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The Senate confirmed journalist Sara Carter to lead the Office of National Drug Control Policy by a 52-48 vote.
The details: Carter is a former Fox News contributor who has reported on drug trafficking. President Trump touted Carter’s coverage of the illegal drug trade when he tapped her for the job in March, and she touted her work covering cartels during her nomination hearing in September.
- Carter’s Senate testimony largely focused on stopping the supply of drugs by taking action against foreign cartels. She also noted plans to reduce demand “through robust prevention, treatment and recovery support.”
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Published
January 2026