WASHINGTON, D.C. — As synthetic drugs continue to evolve and threaten American lives, DEA chemists and forensic science professionals play an essential role in helping the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration identify emerging threats, connect evidence to investigations, and provide timely information that can save lives. From analyzing suspected fentanyl and...

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and Viking Motorsports are taking the Fentanyl Free America message to two additional NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series races this season, using the reach of motorsports to promote fentanyl prevention, raise awareness, and help save lives. Today’s announcement coincides with National Fentanyl...

OMAHA, Neb. – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is joining Facing Fentanyl , to unite families, communities and organizations across the country in recognizing National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, Friday, August 21. This year marks the fifth anniversary of the national observance which honors and remembers the lives...

Washington – On Friday, August 21, 2026, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will join Facing Fentanyl , to unite families, communities, and organizations across the country in recognizing National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. This year marks the fifth anniversary of the national observance which honors and remembers the lives...

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration concluded its inaugural Fentanyl Free America Summit alongside CADCA’s 25th Annual Mid-Year Training Institute with more than 2,500 participants – including leaders in law enforcement, prevention, public health, education, recovery, faith communities, and more than 350 youth – to strengthen the nation’s coordinated...

WINONA, Minn. – More than 250 people walked in Winona today, as part of a nationwide Walk for Lives event hosted by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Omaha Field Division and United Against in Fentanyl (UAF) in coordination with RIPple Drug Education and Awareness Inc . Community members from...

MINNEAPOLIS – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and United Against Fentanyl (UAF) will host Walk for Lives Saturday, July 11, at more than 100 locations nationwide, including a family-led event in Winona, Minnesota. This national partnership with UAF is in support of DEA’s Fentanyl Free America initiative. Walk for...

WASHINGTON –Today, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and United Against Fentanyl (UAF) announced a national partnership in support of DEA’s Fentanyl Free America initiative. Walk for Lives 2026 is a coordinated series of more than 100 family-led community events across the United States on July 11, 2026. These events aim...

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will host its inaugural Fentanyl Free America Summit alongside CADCA’s 25th Annual Mid-Year Training Institute at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, Florida July 13-16, 2026. DEA’s Fentanyl Free America Summit and COPS Academy advances the agency’s worldwide initiative to...

WASHINGTON – As the United States prepares to host millions of international visitors for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is committed to ensuring the safety of fans, teams, and communities during this historic, global sporting event. DEA is focused on keeping visitors and communities safe...