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CIA involvement in drug trafficking

The CIA's involvement in drug trafficking, including allegations of complicity, tolerance, or direct management of the trade, particularly during the Cold War and in regions such as Southeast Asia and Afghanistan.

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Feb 5, 2026

Is there evidence that the CIA gave Ricky Ross crack?

There is no credible, documented evidence that the "gave" Freeway crack cocaine; independent investigations and official reviews found no direct CIA relationship with Ross, even as contemporaneous rep...