White House Honors Law Enforcement Heroes in Fight Against Drug Trafficking

Key points

• Event: The U.S. Interdiction Coordinator (USIC) Awards Ceremony, hosted by the Office of National Drug Control Policy, held in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building.
• Purpose: Recognized 10 individuals and task forces across federal, state, and local law enforcement in the fight against drug trafficking.
• Administration stance: Special Advisor Sara Carter emphasized a shift from reactive measures to “persistent and aggressive offense” in dealing with drug cartels and traffickers.
• Shannon Kelly’s remarks: The U.S. Interdiction Coordinator praised honorees as shields protecting American communities, highlighting how each seizure and arrest saves lives.
• Range of operations honored: Awards spanned cyber, maritime, and border activities, showcasing both investigative innovation and operational risk-taking.