Mexico
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.
Mexican President Sheinbaum Says She's 'Looking Into Different Possibilities' To Resume Fuel Shipments To Cuba
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration is "looking into different possibilities" to resume fuel shipments to Cuba as the country continues to endure massive blackouts due to shortages.
Christina Aguilera Fans in Mexico Outraged Over "Extremely Short" Concert and New Mexico Mix-Up and Ask for Government Involvement
MEXICO CITY - What was supposed to be a night of celebration for Mexican fans of Christina Aguilera ended up turning into a storm of criticism, memes and complaints to the Federal Consumer Protection Agency.
Cartels Are Changing Their Drug-Trafficking Strategies And Diversifying Activities Due To Increased Crackdown From Mexico And U.S.
Cartels are changing their drug-trafficking strategies and diversifying their activities as a result of the increased crackdown by U.S. and Mexican forces, according to a new report.
Top U.S. General Says Mexican Cartels Are Making Death Threats To U.S. Troops After Killing of El Mencho
Gen. Gregory Guillot acknowledged that troops deployed along the U.S.-Mexico border have been targeted by digital and personal attacks in recent weeks as a result of the instability following the death of El Mencho, the longtime leader of the Jalisco Cartel.
Smugglers Continue Flooding Mexico With Weapons Despite Chatter About Crackdown: 'No One Stops You Unless You Run a Red Light'
Smugglers continue managing to flood Mexico with weapons, the vast majority of which end up in the hands of cartels, despite authorities discussing attempts to crack down on the flows, according to a new report.
Cartel Operative 'El Pepe,' Who Led Troops To Capture El Mencho, Arrested In Mexico
An operative of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion who played a key role in the operation that led to the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, the organization's longtime leader, has been arrested in Mexico.
Real Estate Agents Report Rise in Mexicans Self-Deporting and Seeking To Rent Homes in Tijuana
According to a Border Report investigation, real estate agents say more Mexicans living in the United States without legal residency are returning to Mexico and choosing to rent homes in Tijuana.
Mexican Officials Discover More Clandestine Graves; Dozens Of Bodies Found In Chihuahua
Reports say the investigation at "El Willy" began after the arrest of a member of a criminal group, which led authorities to uncover multiple clandestine graves in the area.
Man Among FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitive Arrested in Mexico Just An Hour After Being Added
Samuel Ramirez Jr. was wanted for the murders of Jessyca Hohn and Katie Duhnke, two women who were killed during a shooting on May 21, 2023, outside a bar on the outskirts of Seattle.
Mexican Drug Cartels Are Recruiting Members Faster Than They Lose Them, Experts Say
According to mathematician Rafael Prieto-Curiel, criminal organizations in Mexico recruit more members than they lose through arrests or deaths. He estimates that cartels across the country now have more than 180,000 members.
Sinaloa Cartel Reportedly Stocking Up Heavy Weaponry To Prepare For Potential U.S. Strikes
Members of the Sinaloa Cartel are stocking up on heavy weapons to prepare for potential U.S. strikes, according to a new report.
El Mencho's Death Could Reshape Alliance Between Jalisco Cartel and Los Chapitos, Experts Say
Following the death of El Mencho on Feb. 22, experts say Los Chapitos could lose access to key resources needed to sustain the conflict.
Mexican President Sheinbaum Says She Won't Pursue Legal Action Against Elon Musk For Saying She Works For Cartels In The End
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she won't pursue legal action against Elon Musk for saying she works for cartels in the end.
Armed Civilians Attack Jalisco State Police With Explosive Drones, Injuring One Officer
Colotlán was one of several municipalities across the country that experienced unrest from members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) on Feb. 22 following the death of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes, the longtime leader of the Jalisco cartel.
Claudia Sheinbaum Responds to Trump's Remarks on Cartels, Urges U.S. to Stop Illegal Arms Flow and Fight Drug Addiction
Claudia Sheinbaum suggested the United States should focus on other steps to fight drug trafficking and cartels, such as addressing Americans' addiction to drugs and stopping the flow of illegal weapons south of the border.
Mexican Man Sentenced To Seven Years In Prison For Seeking To Smuggle Dozens Of Weapons From The U.S.
A Mexican man was sentenced to seven years in prison in Texas for seeking to smuggle dozens of weapons from the U.S. and into Mexico.
Mexican General Rejects Claim That El Mencho Surrendered To Troops Before Being Killed: 'Had a Lot of Weaponry'
Mexican Defense Secretary Ricardo Trevilla Trejo rejected a claim about Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, longtime leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG) known as El Mencho, surrendered to troops before being killed in February.
Mexico Plans To Deploy 100,000 Security Forces To Ensure Calm During World Cup After Killing Of El Mencho
Mexico is set to deploy 100,000 security forces to ensure calm during the World Cup this summer after the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho" and longtime leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion, the government said.
Claudia Sheinbaum Again Rejects Allowing U.S. Troops On Country Soil After Latest Comments From Trump: 'Proudly Continue Saying No'
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum again rejected allowing U.S. troops into the country after U.S. counterpart Donald Trump hinted at potential attacks against cartels there.
Trump Appears To Hint At Attacks Against Cartels In Mexico: 'Will Do Whatever Is Necessary To Defend Our National Security'
President Donald Trump appeared to hint at the possibility that the U.S. will conduct attacks against cartels in Mexico, telling Latin American leaders that the U.S. government "will do whatever is necessary to defend our national security."
Jalisco Cartel Operatives Believe El Mencho Was Betrayed By a Potential Successor Before Raid Where He Was Killed
An operative of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG) claimed that several in the criminal organization believe that its now former leader, known as El Mencho, was betrayed by a lieutenant now considered as a potential successor.
El Mencho Surrendered To Mexican Forces Before Being Killed, Journalist Claims
Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG) surrendered to Mexican forces before being killed in Talpalpa, according to a specialized journalist.
El Mencho's Death Will Only Bring 'Temporary Instability' to Jalisco Cartel Network Built on Regional Alliances, Report Claims
The killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," is unlikely to disrupt cocaine flows toward Central America and the United States, according to a new report.
One Year After Discovery of Cartel Extermination Camp, Families Still Have No Answers About Their Missing Relatives
Since the property was discovered, authorities have arrested 20 people linked to crimes committed at the ranch, 10 of whom have been sentenced to more than 140 years in prison.
El Mencho Moved to Gated Community to See His Daughters, a Decision That Ultimately Led To His Killing: Report
Mexican officials believe Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes had become largely estranged from his wife and maintained relationships with several lovers, including the woman who unwittingly led authorities to him. Officials are yet to identify her.
Mexican Officials Offer World Cup Reassurances Despite Cartel Violence And Killing Of El Mencho: 'We Are Prepared'
Mexican authorities insist the country is ready to host the World Cup despite a wave of cartel violence following the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', in February.
Top Mexican Official Says Troops Guarded Funeral Of El Mencho To Protect Civilians
Mexican Security Secretary Omar Garcia Harfuch said that troops guarded the funeral of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho" and longtime leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion, to protect civilians.
Thousands Of Rounds Of Ammo Headed To Mexico Seized Inside a Car In Arizona
Law enforcement officers in Arizona seized thousands of rounds of ammunition in Arizona as an individual was trying to smuggle them into Mexico.
Testimony From Former Jalisco Cartel Operative Points to 'El Sapo' as Succesor Of El Mencho After His Killing
According to testimony from one of his former bodyguards, El Sapo is considered to be the most violent member of El Mencho's inner circle and was one of the CJNG leader's most trusted men until his death on Feb. 22.