Today there are about 20 million tons of produce crops coming in from Mexico. We know that the avocado industry and other fresh produce industries are being capitalized by the drug cartels. We know the drug cartels are enjoying our open border policy, partnering with China for fentanyl and other sources. We also know that Mexico is aligning itself politically, as is a great deal of Central and South America, with China. Our produce industry is being recapitalized in Mexico, currently providing significant imports to American consumers. (00:50–00:59)
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Claims drug cartels are benefiting from U.S. border policies and collaborating with China on fentanyl.
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