Mexico
Are Baby Cartels the Future of Drug Trafficking After El Mencho's Death?
Colombian security experts are warning that the reported fall of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, "El Mencho," the leader of the powerful Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) may not weaken organized crime in Mexico as much as many expect.
Remittances to Mexico Fall for 11th Straight Month Amid U.S. Immigration Crackdown
Economists say migrants may be sending larger sums less frequently, reflecting financial constraints and uncertainty about employment and immigration status
Cecilia García Ramblas Found Her Brother's Remains, Then Was Killed Searching for Other Victims of Violence in Mexico
The killing of Cecilia García Ramblas, a 28-year-old volunteer who searched for people who had disappeared due to organized crime violence, has shocked Mexico and cast renewed attention on the thousands of families forced to look for loved ones when the state cannot or will not find them.
The Architect of Mexico's U.S. Relationship Just Became Its Future Foreign Minister: Meet Roberto Velasco
Roberto Velasco, Mexico's next foreign minister, is not a household name outside diplomatic circles. But in Washington, policy forums, and border negotiations, he has spent years becoming one of the most visible architects of his country's relationship with the United States. His new position was announced after the current foreign minister, Juan Ramón de la Fuente, revealed that he is leaving the post for health reasons.
California Mother Returns Home Weeks After Deportation Despite DACA Protections
On March 23, U.S. District Judge Dena Coggins issued a temporary restraining order to facilitate the woman's return. Coggins said her deportation was a "flagrant violation" of her DACA protections and infringed on her due process rights.
Case in Killing of Mexican Presidential Candidate Luis Donaldo Colosio Reopened After Convicted Killer Mario Aburto Torture Allegations
A federal court in Mexico has ordered the reopening of the case of Mario Aburto Martínez, the man convicted of assassinating presidential candidate Luis Donaldo Colosio. The ruling mandates a reset of key legal proceedings and a renewed examination of Aburto's longstanding claims that he was tortured into confessing to the crime.
Family of Mexican National Who Died in ICE Custody Demands Justice: 'This Is Not a Way to Lose a Loved One'
While in custody, ICE said Ramos-Solano received ongoing medical care for several conditions, including diabetes and hypertension, identified during intake at the facility, but so far immigration authorities have not released a cause of death.
Mexican President Sheinbaum Says The Country Could Go Back To Sending Oil To Cuba
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the country could go back to sending oil to Cuba, whether it is as humanitarian aid or for commercial purposes.
Amnesty International Warns Fans Traveling to 2026 FIFA World Cup Could Face Human Rights Threats
This year's FIFA Men's World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19. The United States will host 78 of the 104 total matches, including the final in New Jersey. Mexico and Canada will each host 13 matches.
Mexican President Sheinbaum Made a Donation With Her Own Money To Buy Humanitarian Aid For Cuba
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she made a personal donation to an account destined to buy humanitarian aid for Cuba, as her administration continues to provide support to the beleaguered island without sparking confrontation with the U.S.
Mexican President Sheinbaum Says Her Administration Will Formally Protest Death Of Citizen Under ICE Custody
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration will formally protest the death of a national under ICE custody.
Mexican Cartels Are Increasingly Targeting Workers for Recruitment, Expert Says
Dr. Víctor Sánchez said criminal groups have long viewed extortion as a steady source of income, and the kidnapping of employees often creates pressure on companies to pay so-called protection fees.
New Audio Reveals Former Mexican Official Took Bribes From Jalisco Cartel To Allow They Control Prisons
Mendoza's alleged corruption network dates back years. In 2009, he was arrested during an operation that led to the detention of 11 mayors, 16 high-ranking officials, and a judge over alleged ties to La Familia Michoacana.
Jalisco Cartel Resumes Attacks in Mexico By Deploying Explosive Drones Against Communities
People in coastal Michoacán have documented explosive attacks for eight consecutive days without intervention from local or state authorities.
New Water Buoy Barriers in Texas Could Disrupt Rio Grande in 'Unpredictable, Damaging, Catastrophic' Ways, Experts Say
Experts consulted about the barriers said they could speed up floodwater in a region already prone to flooding, as well as accumulate sediment and create new landforms along the river.
Judge Demands Answers on 'Unwritten' Deal Deporting 6,000 Cubans to Mexico Over The Past Year: 'Can This Be True?'
A federal judge is demanding explanations from the Trump administration after learning that roughly 6,000 Cuban nationals have been deported to Mexico over the past year.
Mexico Begins Search for Two Humanitarian Boats Reported Missing While en Route to Cuba
Their arrival in the Cuban capital was expected between March 24 and 25, but their whereabouts remain unknown. Mexico's Navy alerted regional naval commands and issued notices to the maritime community to expand search capabilities.
Wife of Former Mexican Governor César Duarte Apprehended By ICE in Texas
According to reports by El País, her detention is tied to her immigration status in the United States, though she could also be extradited to Mexico, where she faces charges for allegedly taking part in corruption cases linked to her husband.
GOP Rep. Accuses Mexican President Sheinbaum Of 'Being Complicit In Human Trafficking' For Keeping Cuban Doctors Program
Republican Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart accused Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum of being "complicit in human trafficking" for keeping the program receiving Cuban doctors in the country.
Mexico Rejects Allegations of Human Trafficking By Florida GOP Rep., Defends Cuban Medical Missions
Díaz-Balart's criticism has been echoed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who has described Cuba's deployment of doctors abroad as a "form of human trafficking"
Arizona Gun Store Owner Charged With Terrorism for Selling Guns to Jalisco, Sinaloa Cartels
Prosecutors in the state of Arizona have formally charged two men with providing firearms to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and the Sinaloa cartel.
Mexican Government Says Over a Dozen Nationals Have Died Under ICE Custody: 'Unacceptable'
The Mexican government is demanding its U.S. counterpart to conduct extensive investigation into the deaths of over a dozen nationals who have died under ICE custody since the beginning of the Trump administration.
Over 200 Migrants Found Packed in Truck in Mexico After Calling for Help
Mexican authorities found 229 migrants packed inside a truck in the eastern state of Veracruz after those trapped began calling for help.
Firearm Seizures in Mexico More Than Double Under Claudia Sheinbaum's Administration: Report
Estimates from Mexican authorities suggest that up to 500,000 firearms are smuggled annually from the U.S. into Mexico, though former agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives believe the number could reach 1 million.
Mexico Reports Nearly 200,000 Repatriations From U.S. Since Trump's Return to Office
Mexico has recorded nearly 200,000 repatriations of its citizens from the United States since President Donald Trump returned to office and tightened immigration policies, according to figures released by the Mexican government.
Mexico Arrests Alleged Cartel Ringleader 'Lobo Menor' Linked to Killing of Ecuadorian Presidential Candidate
Mexican authorities arrested a man wanted in Colombia and Ecuador for allegedly carrying out the assassination of Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio in 2023.
Jalisco Cartel Continues Reshaping Itself Following Death of 'El Mencho': Analysis
The death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, longtime leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), has pushed Mexico's most powerful criminal organization into a transitional period.
Pentagon Officials Warn Americans Traveling to Mexico for World Cup of Rising Cartel Violence
This summer, Mexico will host more than a dozen matches of the 2026 World Cup across three cities. Currently, the State Department advises Americans traveling to Mexico to exercise increased caution due to terrorism, crime and kidnapping.
Mexican Authorities Detain Daughter of Sinaloa Cartel Co-Founder Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada in Sinaloa; Release Her Later
Despite the Mexican government clearing Mónica Zambada of any criminal involvement, a document from the U.S. Treasury Department places her as part of a network allegedly used by her father to launder money from drug trafficking.
Mexican Government Calls for Full Investigation Into Death of 19-Year-Old in ICE Custody
The Mexican government has called for a "prompt and exhaustive" investigation into the death of a 19-year-old Mexican national in ICE custody.