Mexican Cartel Violence

Mexican Cartel Violence 18 hours ago

Air Force veteran warns 'cartels don’t collapse — they fracture' after notorious drug lord killed

Death of cartel kingpin "El Mencho" marks major win against fentanyl trafficking, but expert says sustained pressure is still needed to combat cartels.

Mexico 21 hours 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.

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 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.

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.

State of the Union February 26

Dem voters were less enthusiastic when Trump touted crackdown on cartels and fentanyl, SOTU dial reveals

Real-time voter data showed a partisan split when Trump praised his cartel offensive during the State of the Union address, with Dems showing very little enthusiasm.

Mexico February 25

Mexican president considers legal action against Elon Musk over drug cartel accusation

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum considers legal action against Elon Musk after he accused her of having cartel ties without providing evidence.

Mexican Cartel Violence February 25

Americans recount chaos as Mexico unrest subsides after cartel boss death

Many American citizens were caught in the middle of Mexico cartel violence earlier this week following the death of cartel boss “El Mencho" and are now sharing harrowing accounts.

Mexico February 25

Sen Mullin urges spring breakers to cancel trips to Mexico amid country's violence: 'No one should be going'

Sen. Markwayne Mullin urged spring breakers to cancel Mexico trips after cartel leader "El Mencho" was killed, sparking violent clashes and unrest in the region.