Fentanyl becomes leading cause of death for young Americans

In the United States, fentanyl has become the leading cause of death for individuals aged 18 to 45. The drug's potency and prevalence in counterfeit pills have contributed to this crisis. Federal sentencing laws for fentanyl trafficking are significantly less severe than those for methamphetamine, leading to calls for reform. Some states have implemented stricter penalties, resulting in a notable decrease in fentanyl-related deaths.