Investigating Illegal Immigration, Drug Trafficking, and Drug Overdose in the USA

Investigating Illegal Immigration, Drug Trafficking, and Drug Overdose in the USA examines one of the most debated public policy issues in America: the relationship between border activity, narcotics trafficking, and overdose trends.Drawing on quantitative analysis and public data from agencies including CBP, CDC, DHS, DEA, DOJ, and UNODC, Hiba Al Mehdi explores how illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and drug overdose intersect within broader social, economic, and political contexts. Focusing on key U.S. border states, this study moves beyond headlines and assumptions to analyze the issue through evidence, statistical review, and policy discussion.Designed for researchers, graduate students, policymakers, criminal justice professionals, and public health readers, this work offers a structured examination of border security, organized crime, and the overdose crisis in the United States. It also highlights the need for more nuanced policy responses, stronger support systems for affected communities, and continued research into the complex forces shaping immigration and drug-related harm. Read more