Mexico
Woman Recruited By Jalisco Cartel Details Ordeal During Training Process At Infamous Camp Including Beatings And Torture
A woman recruited by the Jalisco Cartel detailed the ordeal she went through during a training process at the infamous Izaguirre Ranch
Suspect Of Kidnapping And Killing New Mexico Teen Arrested In Veracruz
A 21-year-old has been arrested in Mexico in connection with the kidnapping and death of a female teen in New Mexico
Mexico Deploys Elite Police Unit To Counter Criminal Organizations In The Arizona-Sonora Border
Mexican authorities deployed an elite unit to counter criminal organizations operating across the Arizona-Sonora border
Sinaloa Cartel Factions Are Recruiting Minors from Across Mexico to Bolster Ranks
A report published earlier this year by the U.S. Bureau of International Labor Affairs estimated that nearly 30,000 children are currently involved in criminal groups in Mexico.
Mexico's Sheinbaum Praised For Cool-Handed Approach to Trump and Trade Talks: 'She Never Takes the Bait'
Analysts consulted by Politico say her fact-based approach resonates with American counterparts and has earned goodwill within the White House
Mexican Authorities Arrest First Suspect in Killing of Mexican Prosecutor Tied to Fuel Theft Case
Mexican authorities in the northern state of Tamaulipas have arrested a suspect related to the murder of Ernesto Cuitláhuac Vázquez Reyna, a federal prosecutor who was killed on Aug. 4.
Mexican President Sheinbaum Rejects Trump's Reported Order To Allow Military Strikes On Cartels
Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration had been informed about the executive order, but emphasized that "it had nothing to do with the participation of any military forces in Mexico."
Caro Quintero Breaks Silence: Mexican Drug Lord Behind Kiki Camarena's Murder Speaks Out from U.S. Prison
The infamous founder of the Guadalajara Cartel has published a statement through his attorney complaining of unjust treatment in a New York prison.
Prosecutor's Killing in Tamaulipas Potentially Tied to His Knowledge of Fuel Smuggling Ring
The killing of a delegate from Mexico's Attorney General's Office in Tamaulipas may be linked to a fuel theft network, authorities say.
YouTube Removes Mexican Rapper's Account After U.S. Sanctions Him Over Links to Cartel del Noreste
Ricardo Hernández Medrano, also known as El Makabelico, had his YouTube account shut down as U.S. authorities allege the Mexican rapper plays a key role in the criminal operations of the Cartel del Noreste (CDN)
Mexico Arrests Outspoken Immigration Advocate on Eve of Migrant Caravan, Drawing Accusations of Intimidation
Mexican federal authorities arrested prominent immigration advocate Luis García Villagrán on Tuesday in Tapachula, Chiapas, a day before he was set to lead a caravan of roughly 1,500 migrants toward Mexico City
Kidnapping of Los Chapitos Associate Leads to Arrests of Five Members Of Rivaling Sinaloa Cartel Faction
A group of individuals linked to La Mayiza—a prominent Sinaloa Cartel faction involved in an ongoing internal turf war—was arrested this week by Mexican authorities
U.S. Sanctions Mexican Rapper 'El Makabelico' For Laundering Cártel del Noreste Money Through Concerts
A popular Mexican rapper known as "El Makabelico" has been sanctioned in the U.S. for allegedly helping launder money for the Cartel del Noreste
Mexican President Sheinbaum Backs U.S. Decision Not to Seek Death Penalty in 'Mayo' Zambada Case
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration supports the decision to not seek the death penalty for several drug lords incarcerated in the U.S.
Criminal Organization Linked To Killing Of Mexican Official In Broad Daylight Over Fuel Theft
Mexican officials believe a criminal organization is behind the killing of yet another public official
Ovidio Guzman's Lawyer Claims He's Being Censored After Being Sued By The Mexican Government: 'I Won't Stay Silent'
Jeffrey Lichtman, lawyer of Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzman, said he is being "censored" after slamming the Claudia Sheinbaum administration
Remittances To Mexico Drop More Than 15% In June With Immigration Crackdown And Trump Tax Threats
Mexico's national bank informed that remittances from the U.S. have fallen over 16% compared to the same month last year. June's was the third consecutive monthly decrease
Three Texas Men Arrested For Buying Assault Rifles For a Cartel
Three Texas men have been arrested for allegedly buying assault rifles for Mexican cartels, authorities claimed
U.S. Treasury Designates Maduro-Linked Venezuelan Criminal Network for Ties to Sinaloa Cartel
While the U.S. has identified the Sinaloa Cartel as a partner of the Cártel de los Soles, officials have not disclosed details about the nature or extent of that collaboration.
Mexico Reports Over 75,000 Repatriated Nationals Since Donald Trump's Return to Office
According to data from Mexican authorities, of the more than 75,000 nationals who have returned, 16,000 have been transported back to their communities of origin with federal support.
Mexico And U.S. Closing In On Deal To Expand Information Sharing, Cracking Down On Fentanyl
Mexico and the U.S. are closing in on a deal to expand information sharing and further crack down on fentanyl trafficking, particularly by reducing the flow of precursor chemicals
Former Mexican Officials On The Run After Being Accused Of Secretly Leading a Criminal Group
Two former Mexican officials are on the run after being accused of leading a criminal group. A powerful senator is also involved in the matter
U.S. Ambassador To Mexico Claims Cartels Are 'Going Bankrupt' Due To Enhanced Border Security
U.S. ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson said cartels are going "bankrupt" as a result of increased fentanyl seizures
Former Police Officer 'El Monster,' Linked To The Killing Of 9 Americans, Arrested In Mexico
Mexican authorities have arrested a police officer in connection with the killing of 9 Americans in 2019
Mexican President Sheinbaum Touts U.S. Trade Deal Extension: 'Keeping a Cool Head Worked'
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum celebrated Donald Trump's decision to extend their trade deal deadline for 90 more days
Former High-Ranking DEA Official Says Mexico Should Deliver Cartel Leaders 'On a Monthly Basis'
A former senior Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) official has called on Mexico to step up the pace of cartel extraditions
Mexican Ambassador To Canada Accused Of Having Cartel Ties: 'He Sold The State To Criminals'
Former Quintana Roo Governor and current Mexican ambassador to Canada Carlos Joaquin Gonzalez has been accused of allowing cartels to flourish while in office
Family Members of Grupo Fugitivo Criticize Investigation Of Band's Murder, Demand Transparency
Family members of Grupo Fugitivo are criticizing the investigation of their murder earlier this year, saying the evidence shown to them is not conclusive
Authorities Close In on Suspects in Killings of Two U.S. Citizens in Northern Mexico
Mexican authorities say they have solid leads in the murders of 20-year-old Alan Valenzuela and a 17-year-old girl who was kidnapped and believed to be killed by a criminal gang
Mexican Economy Secretary Says Country 'Did All It Had' To Avoid Trump's Tariffs
Mexican Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard said he is confident the country is confident about reaching a deal to avoid tariffs from going into effect on August 1