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James Saenz

James Saenz is the former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Counternarcotics and Stabilization Policy, where he oversaw U.S. defense strategy on counter-drug trafficking, transnational organized crime, and global stability operations. He advised the Secretary of Defense and led interagency efforts to counter illicit activity and strengthen international security.


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We can’t bomb our way to fewer overdoses

Kassandra Frederique, James Saenz