Sara Carter Takes Office as Drug Czar: ‘That Impunity Ends Now’

Veteran journalist Sara Carter was confirmed by the Senate in a 52-48 vote on Tuesday to serve as the nation’s new drug czar.

Carter, who has reported extensively on the drug trade, will lead the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy as the top adviser on drug policy for President Donald Trump.

Trump appointed her to the position last March, highlighting her reporting experience.

In a statement after her confirmation, Carter said: “I am honored and humbled to join President Trump’s Administration as Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy.”

She pledged to work toward achieving a safe and healthy America where “a drug-free life is the prevailing norm.”

Carter also vowed to hold narco-terrorists accountable, stating: “They will no longer kill our families, friends, neighbors, and even children with impunity.”

“At the same time, I will ensure that every parent, family member, and child have the resources they need to prevent and combat addiction,” Carter added.

She further committed to standing with law enforcement officials and families who have lost loved ones to drug overdose.

Carter’s confirmation follows the Trump administration’s recent mission to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and bring him to New York for federal drug charges.

During her confirmation hearing, Carter described the fentanyl crisis as a “chemical war” being waged on Americans.

“I have seen these predatory criminal empires operate with impunity in our hemisphere. That impunity ends now,” she said.

Carter, a former Fox News contributor, faced criticism from Democrats during her confirmation hearing. Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois argued that she lacked government, public health, or law enforcement experience for the role.

All but one Republican supported her nomination, while Democrats were united in opposition.

Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky was the only Republican to vote against her confirmation.