President Donald Trump has named Sara Carter, a respected investigative journalist and border policy expert, as the new Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy—a role commonly known as the nation’s “Drug Czar.” The move is being hailed by law enforcement and conservative leaders as a bold step in the fight against the fentanyl epidemic and cross-border drug trafficking.
Trump made the announcement on Truth Social, stating:
“Sara Carter will lead the charge to protect our nation and save our children from the scourge of drugs. She is tough, smart, and fearless.”
A Voice of Truth on the Border Crisis
Carter has spent years exposing the deadly consequences of open-border policies and has been a leading voice on issues like cartel activity, fentanyl trafficking, and human smuggling. Her hard-hitting reporting from the front lines has earned her praise from law enforcement and national security officials alike.
Upon accepting the appointment, Carter said:
“I’m honored by the President’s trust, and I will never stop fighting to protect our country, our families, and especially our children from this devastating drug crisis.”
Backed by Key National Leaders
Carter’s appointment received immediate praise from top conservative officials:
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Senator Marsha Blackburn said Carter “knows what’s really happening at the border” and is exactly the kind of person needed to cut through bureaucracy and deliver results.
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Lt. Chris Olivarez of the Texas Department of Public Safety applauded the decision, calling Carter “a warrior for public safety” and a long-time ally of law enforcement.
A Strategic Shift in the Drug War
Under Carter’s leadership, the Trump administration is expected to dramatically ramp up drug interdiction efforts, with a renewed focus on shutting down the fentanyl pipeline pouring across the southern border.
The appointment signals a clear departure from the soft-on-crime, harm-reduction models championed by Democrats, and marks a return to a law-and-order approach that puts American families first.
Mission: Save Lives, Secure the Border
Carter will oversee the implementation of tougher enforcement policies, coordination with federal and state agencies, and the expansion of public awareness campaigns about the dangers of synthetic opioids. Her deep background in investigative journalism means she’s not afraid to ask hard questions—and now, she’ll be in a position to take bold action.
Her first message as Drug Czar was clear:
“We are going after the cartels. We are going after the supply chains. We are going to win this fight—and I’m just getting started.”
This appointment is more than symbolic—it’s a signal to drug traffickers and their enablers: a new sheriff is in town, and she means business.