D.C. opioid deaths are down significantly for the first time since fentanyl overwhelmed the drug supply in 2018, recent data shows, but officials are wary of declaring victory against the crisis.

D.C. opioid overdose deaths declining in ‘promising’ trend, data shows

There have been about a quarter fewer opioid-related overdose deaths in D.C. in the first half of this year, and new data suggests the crisis may be slowing.

So this is paywalled ; but, I’m betting “officials” are wary of letting go of that sweet, sweet drug-war money is the real headline here.

Sure is a good thing we have that big, shiny border wall. Oh, wait…

Thanks for sharing some good news for once. 👍🏼