Drugs 4 days ago War on cartels yields results as 'El Chapo' heir confesses to running violent drug empire El Chapo's son, Ovidio Guzman Lopez, pleaded guilty to running the Sinaloa Cartel and coordinating massive shipments of fentanyl, heroin and cocaine to the United States.
Mexico July 1 Twenty dead bodies discovered in Mexico, including corpses hanging from bridge Four decapitated bodies were found hanging from a bridge and 16 additional corpses were discovered in a van amid ongoing cartel violence in the capital of Mexico's Sinaloa state.
Justice Department July 1 DOJ directs US attorneys to seek to revoke citizenship of naturalized Americans over crime Justice Department memo outlines priority categories for citizenship revocation, focusing on security threats, violent criminals, and financial fraudsters.
Mexican Cartel Violence June 27 Sinaloa cartel hacker turned Mexico City cameras against FBI, leading to killings, DOJ says Justice Department reveals cartel hacker compromised FBI attaché's phone data and used city surveillance to eliminate witnesses, the DOJ said.
Politics June 9 Trump admin sanctions El Chapo's children, violent fentanyl-trafficking cartel arm Los Chapitos El Chapo's sons and Los Chapitos faction sanctioned by Treasury Department following cartel-linked killing of US Marine veteran as officials target Sinaloa cartel finances.
China June 5 Chinese chemical bust by border officials underscores multifront effort by CCP to undermine US U.S. authorities intercepted precursor chemicals from China meant for the Sinaloa Cartel, highlighting one of many avenues China is using to undermine American security
Supreme Court June 5 Supreme Court sides with US gunmakers in case centered on Mexican cartel violence The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of U.S. gun manufacturers who were sued by Mexico over allegations they aided and abetted illegal gun sales to Mexican cartels.
Opioid Crisis June 2 Liberal news outlet mocked for reporting on ‘mysterious’ drop in fentanyl flowing across border A liberal newspaper is being mocked online and by the White House for “pathetic" reporting on what the outlet calls a “mysterious" decline in fentanyl flowing across the border.
US June 2 US government taking ‘dramatically different approach’ using terrorism charges against drug cartels: FBI alum A former FBI official says the Department of Justice's decision to hit two Sinaloa cartel members with terrorism-related charges marks a significant shift in strategy.
Politics May 28 DHS video honors Marine killed by Mexican cartel, touts Trump's crackdown on 'terrorists' The Department of Homeland Security released a video honoring the memory of Marine Corps veteran Nicholas Quets, while touting the moves it has made to crack down on cartels.
Chicago May 27 Feds won't seek death penalty for El Chapo's son in major drug trafficking case Joaquin Guzman Lopez, son of El Chapo, faces U.S. drug trafficking charges. Prosecutors decide against the death penalty amid Sinaloa Cartel's fentanyl operations.
Mexico May 22 Hundreds of animals flee cartel chaos, violence after wildlife refuge faced with threats Exotic animals in Culiacán's Ostok Sanctuary are evacuated amid cartel violence. Staff face threats and government inaction as Sinaloa Cartel factions clash.
Sanctions May 21 Violent Mexican drug gang's high ranking members sanctioned by Trump The Trump administration on Wednesday sanctioned two high-ranking members of the Cartel del Noreste — one of the most violent drug trafficking organizations in Mexico and a U.S.-designated foreign terrorist organization, 91±¬ÁÏ Digital has learned.
Mexico May 16 TikTok influencer in Mexico shot and killed on livestream A Mexican social media influencer was fatally shot during a TikTok livestream and authorities suspect she was the victim of targeted hit.
Opinion May 16 Trump targets northern border security as Canada's 'open border' policies create new threats President Trump prioritizes northern border security as Canada's lax immigration controls allow criminal networks to exploit the US-Canada border for drug trafficking.
Mexican Cartel Violence May 14 El Chapo's family members cross US border in apparent deal with Trump administration Sinaloa Cartel family members, including El Chapo's ex-wife, entered the U.S. under a deal with the government, as confirmed by Mexican Security Secretary.
Politics May 3 Mexican president declines Trump's offer of US troops to help fight drug cartels Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum recently confirmed President Donald Trump offered U.S. military assistance to address cartel concerns, and she declined.
Supreme Court April 17 Justice Kagan denies emergency appeal to halt deportation of Mexican nationals claiming asylum from cartel Justice Kagan denies emergency appeal from four Mexican nationals facing deportation, allowing removal to proceed without referral to full Supreme Court.
Justice Department April 16 US charges leaders of 'brutal Mexican cartel,' offers $8M reward for brothers' capture The U.S. is offering an $8 million reward for the capture of two brothers accused of running a "brutal Mexican cartel" that officials say is "poisoning Americans."
Mexican Cartel Violence April 10 Mexican drug lord convicted in killing of DEA agent Enrique ‘Kiki’ Camarena is freed Mexican drug lord Ernesto "Don Neto" Fonseca Carrillo was released from custody after being convicted in the 1985 killing of DEA agent Enrique ‘Kiki’ Camarena.
US April 9 Bondi, Patel announce seizure of over $509M in cocaine linked to cartels Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel said Coast Guard cutters interdicted almost 45,000 pounds of cocaine and 3,800 pounds of marijuana worth over $509 million.
Trump's First 100 Days April 3 Father of Marine vet murdered in Mexico praises Trump admin sanctions on Sinaloa cartel: 'Palpable' momentum The father of Marine veteran Nicholas Quets praised Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's sanctions against the Sinaloa cartel after his son's murder in Mexico.
Mexican Cartel Violence April 1 Sinaloa cartel slapped with Trump admin sanctions in blow to drug empire The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced sanctions against six individuals and seven entities allegedly involved in a money laundering network that supports the Sinaloa cartel.
Border security March 31 Texas claims border islands used by Mexican cartels, asks Trump admin to secure and defend Texas has claimed more islands along its southern border with Mexico as part of the state in an effort to combat drug cartel criminal activity.
Border security March 31 Republican AGs urge Trump to crack down on obscure 'loophole' cartels use to flood US with fentanyl Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman urges the Trump administration to close a "loophole" in the CBP’s Entry Type 86, fearing it facilitates unchecked fentanyl shipments into the U.S.
Opinion March 29 After cartels killed my husband, my family waited 40 years for justice. Thanks to Trump, it’s finally here President Donald Trump's actions against the Mexican drug cartels are helping to bring justice to the families of those hurt by those criminal organizations.
House Of Representatives March 26 'Not a valid excuse': Tensions mount over possible House committee on Mexican drug cartels Rep. Dan Crenshaw and his allies are pushing House GOP leaders for a committee on Mexican drug cartels.
Illegal Immigrants March 25 Illegal immigrant in Texas who purchased thousands of rounds for Mexican drug cartel gets 5 years in prison An illegal immigrant in Texas who purchased thousands of rounds of ammunition for a Mexican drug cartel was sentenced to more than five years in prison.
Crime March 24 Sanctuary policies fuel Latin American gangs smuggling drugs, endangering Americans: former DEA agent A retired Drug Enforcement Administration agent revealed how Mexican cartels, U.S. gangs and sanctuary cities are fueling America's drug crisis.
Opinion March 19 Trump has Mexico on the ropes What has changed in U.S.-Mexico relations? President Donald Trump possesses an accurate assessment of the Mexican state’s basic nature, and is making policy accordingly.
