Texas Governor Abbott Joins Angel Moms to Confront Fentanyl Scourge, Declares Deaths "Murder by Poisoning"

San Antonio, TX – In a powerful and emotionally charged gathering, Texas Governor Greg Abbott stood shoulder-to-shoulder with a group of courageous "Angel Moms" in San Antonio, shining an unforgiving spotlight on the escalating fentanyl crisis. With an unwavering resolve, Governor Abbott did not mince words, declaring the tragic deaths caused by the illicit opioid as nothing less than "murder by poisoning," directly attributing the surge in fatalities to the porous southern border and the nefarious operations of drug cartels.

The event served as a somber platform for mothers who have endured the unimaginable pain of losing a child to fentanyl.

Each "Angel Mom" bravely shared their heart-wrenching stories, transforming abstract statistics into deeply personal tragedies. Their raw testimonies underscored the devastating ripple effect of this crisis, revealing how a single pill, often unknowingly laced with the synthetic opioid, can shatter families and communities in an instant.

The collective grief and desperate plea for action resonated profoundly, painting a vivid picture of the silent epidemic claiming lives across Texas and the nation.

Governor Abbott emphasized that the fentanyl crisis is not merely a drug problem but a direct consequence of inadequate border enforcement.

He articulated a clear link between the ease with which cartels exploit the border to traffic deadly substances into American communities and the escalating death toll. "These are not accidental overdoses in many cases; these are deliberate acts of poisoning by cartels who profit from human suffering," Abbott stated, reiterating his commitment to protecting Texans from this lethal threat.

The Governor detailed Texas’s proactive measures, particularly the ongoing Operation Lone Star, which deploys state resources, including the National Guard and Department of Public Safety, to deter illegal crossings and interdict drug smuggling.

He highlighted the significant seizures of fentanyl by Texas authorities, showcasing the sheer volume of the drug attempting to enter the state. Despite these efforts, Abbott stressed that the federal government's perceived inaction at the border continues to exacerbate the crisis, placing an undue burden on border states like Texas.

The gathering concluded with a renewed call for robust federal intervention and a plea for all levels of government to recognize the urgency of the situation.

The "Angel Moms" became powerful advocates, their voices amplified by the Governor’s platform, demanding accountability and effective strategies to stem the flow of fentanyl. Their shared message was clear: no more families should suffer this preventable heartbreak. The fight against fentanyl, as passionately articulated in San Antonio, is a battle for the very lives of Texans, demanding immediate and decisive action against what Governor Abbott deems a deliberate act of mass poisoning.