Mexico

Mexico 1 day ago

Cartels fear US retaliation as Trump-era pressure reshapes strategy: 'They fear the United States'

Mexican drug cartels reportedly avoid targeting American tourists due to fear of U.S. retaliation, especially under Trump's terrorist designation.

Media 1 day ago

Ex-DEA chief says he's 'never seen' cartel fight so intense as Trump weighs missiles against traffickers

Former DEA official says Trump administration's drug cartel crackdown is unprecedented, warning America must go on offensive against dangerous cartels.

Opinion March 2

WILLIAM BENNETT: We owe it to our fallen to wage war against Mexican cartels

Cartel boss El Mencho eliminated in Mexico military raid as drug lords are responsible for over 1 million American deaths

Travel February 28

Cruise ship abruptly changes course to rescue people in distressed boat: 'Knew something' was up

Regal Princess cruise ship passengers cheered after the crew rescued four people from a distressed boat in the Gulf of America during a Texas-to-Mexico voyage.

Travel February 27

Mexico cartel chaos upends dream wedding as couple scrambles for last-minute plans

A Chicago couple canceled their long-planned Mexico destination wedding due to cartel violence. They scrambled for a new venue as a local restaurant stepped up to the challenge.

Travel February 27

Mexico unrest sparks spring break shakeups at last minute as travelers scramble and pivot

Spring breakers change up their vacation plans as Mexico violence concerns continue. Travel advisors recommend Caribbean alternatives amid Puerto Vallarta security concerns.

Opinion February 27

If Trump wants to smash Mexican cartels, he's got history and law on his side

President Trump has constitutional authority to strike drug cartels in Mexico under precedents set by Jefferson and Wilson against foreign threats.

Justice Department February 26

US officials indict high-ranking Sinaloa Cartel narco-terrorists, offer up to $10M reward for their arrests

Sinaloa Cartel brothers accused of trafficking fentanyl, a "Weapon of mass destruction," are facing terrorism charges in a new federal indictment.

Travel February 26

Mexico cruise stops are suddenly scrapped as safety concerns continue in region

Amid continuing safety concerns, a security alert for Mexico has forced some cruise diversions from Puerto Vallarta, as vacationers face adjusted travel plans and reroutes.

The World Cup February 26

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has 'full confidence' in Mexico World Cup games despite cartel violence

FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed "full confidence" in Mexico hosting its World Cup games despite escalating cartel violence following kingpin "El Mencho's" death.