Former DEA admin: 'We have significant security threats' | Bradley on the Border

Bradley on the Border · Apr 30, 2026 · 25m

In this episode of "Bradley on the Border," Ali sits down with Derek Maltz, the former acting administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration, to talk about political corruption in Mexico. Maltz tells Ali how the corruption enables cartels' illegal activity. He describes how officials receive payoffs and protection from these criminal organizations. Maltz explains how the U.S. is working to crack down on corruption in Mexico and says the fentanyl crisis is not receiving the focus it should.

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Host: Ali Bradley

Executive Producer: Andy Gipson

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