Odes to Mexican Drug Lords Are Pop Hits, but the Law Is Turning Against ThemLuis R. Conriquez joins a movement to phase out narcocorridos, emphasizing a shift in music away from glorifying violence.
Mexican Band's California Shows in Jeopardy After U.S. Revokes Visas Over Narco Imagery | KQEDThe U.S. visa for Los Alegres del Barranco was revoked due to their performance linked to a drug kingpin, reflecting the tension between music and narrative.
At Supreme Court, Mexico to Offer Culprit for Cartel Violence: Gun MakersMexico protests U.S. designation of drug cartels as terrorists, signaling potential legal consequences and challenges to sovereignty.
Trump Officials Split Over How Hard to Go on Mexican CartelsU.S. officials debate military actions versus collaboration with Mexico to combat drug cartels.
Stephens: Justice is 40 years late for murdered American agent in MexicoThe extradition of Rafael Caro Quintero marks a significant shift in Mexico's approach to tackling drug cartels.
Violence clouds the last day of campaigning before Sunday's elections in MexicoCandidates in Mexico's election focus on addressing violence and drug cartels, debating 'hugs not bullets' policy.
Mexico: 'Nothing illegal' about US drone flights DW 02/19/2025U.S. drone flights over Mexico are legal and collaborative, aimed at combating drug cartels.
Trump's team 'considering how much' to invade Mexico, report claimsTrump's team is reportedly discussing invasion tactics against drug cartels in Mexico.Plans may involve special forces and assassination of cartel leaders.
At Supreme Court, Mexico to Offer Culprit for Cartel Violence: Gun MakersMexico protests U.S. designation of drug cartels as terrorists, signaling potential legal consequences and challenges to sovereignty.
Trump Officials Split Over How Hard to Go on Mexican CartelsU.S. officials debate military actions versus collaboration with Mexico to combat drug cartels.
Stephens: Justice is 40 years late for murdered American agent in MexicoThe extradition of Rafael Caro Quintero marks a significant shift in Mexico's approach to tackling drug cartels.
Violence clouds the last day of campaigning before Sunday's elections in MexicoCandidates in Mexico's election focus on addressing violence and drug cartels, debating 'hugs not bullets' policy.
Mexico: 'Nothing illegal' about US drone flights DW 02/19/2025U.S. drone flights over Mexico are legal and collaborative, aimed at combating drug cartels.
Trump's team 'considering how much' to invade Mexico, report claimsTrump's team is reportedly discussing invasion tactics against drug cartels in Mexico.Plans may involve special forces and assassination of cartel leaders.
In new assessment, Trump team ranks fentanyl as a top threat to U.S.Fentanyl and drug cartels pose the biggest threat to U.S. national security, surpassing traditional threats like Iran and North Korea.
Trump wants to label drug cartels terrorist organizations. Here's what that means in practiceTrump's executive order aims to classify drug cartels as terrorist organizations, enhancing legal measures to combat the drug crisis.
Damn Right' Trump Will Take On Paramilitary' Mexican Drug Cartels, Says Mike Waltz: The American People Expect It'Trump is expected to confront drug cartels in Mexico as part of his national security agenda.
State Dept. to Designate Latin American Cartels as Terrorist GroupsThe Trump administration is designating several Latin American criminal groups as foreign terrorist organizations to combat national security threats.
Trump says he could send US special operators after Mexican drug cartels. It could make things a lot worse.Sending US special operations to Mexico risks increasing instability and complicating the situation with drug cartels.
Under Trump, CIA plots bigger role in drug cartel fightThe CIA will intensify efforts against drug cartels under Trump, leveraging counterterrorism insights.CIA to prioritize sharing intelligence and training local counternarcotics forces in Mexico.
In new assessment, Trump team ranks fentanyl as a top threat to U.S.Fentanyl and drug cartels pose the biggest threat to U.S. national security, surpassing traditional threats like Iran and North Korea.
Trump wants to label drug cartels terrorist organizations. Here's what that means in practiceTrump's executive order aims to classify drug cartels as terrorist organizations, enhancing legal measures to combat the drug crisis.
Damn Right' Trump Will Take On Paramilitary' Mexican Drug Cartels, Says Mike Waltz: The American People Expect It'Trump is expected to confront drug cartels in Mexico as part of his national security agenda.
State Dept. to Designate Latin American Cartels as Terrorist GroupsThe Trump administration is designating several Latin American criminal groups as foreign terrorist organizations to combat national security threats.
Trump says he could send US special operators after Mexican drug cartels. It could make things a lot worse.Sending US special operations to Mexico risks increasing instability and complicating the situation with drug cartels.
Under Trump, CIA plots bigger role in drug cartel fightThe CIA will intensify efforts against drug cartels under Trump, leveraging counterterrorism insights.CIA to prioritize sharing intelligence and training local counternarcotics forces in Mexico.
Why has Mexico handed over drug cartel leaders to US? Who are they?Mexico has extradited 29 drug cartel figures to the US, coinciding with upcoming tariffs imposed by Trump on Mexican imports.
Mexico sends 29 drug cartel members to the US amid Trump tariff threatMexico extradited 29 cartel members, including Rafael Caro Quintero, due to U.S. pressure and to avoid tariffs.
Mexico extradites 29 drug traffickers to US DW 02/28/2025Mexico extradited 29 cartel figures to the US to tackle tariff threats and illegal drug trafficking.
Mexico Begins to Release Dozens of Cartel Operatives Into U.S. CustodyMexico has begun extraditing nearly 30 top cartel operatives to the U.S., marking a significant shift in the drug war efforts.
What's it like to defend a Mexican cartel boss? Reputed drug lords seek lawyers in U.S.Mexican government extradites 29 accused drug lords to the U.S. for prosecution, complicating legal representation amidst unprecedented legal challenges.
Pete Hegseth Reportedly Threatened Mexico With Military Action Over CartelsU.S. military action in Mexico against drug cartels was suggested, causing shock among Mexican leaders.
Why has Mexico handed over drug cartel leaders to US? Who are they?Mexico has extradited 29 drug cartel figures to the US, coinciding with upcoming tariffs imposed by Trump on Mexican imports.
Mexico sends 29 drug cartel members to the US amid Trump tariff threatMexico extradited 29 cartel members, including Rafael Caro Quintero, due to U.S. pressure and to avoid tariffs.
Mexico extradites 29 drug traffickers to US DW 02/28/2025Mexico extradited 29 cartel figures to the US to tackle tariff threats and illegal drug trafficking.
Mexico Begins to Release Dozens of Cartel Operatives Into U.S. CustodyMexico has begun extraditing nearly 30 top cartel operatives to the U.S., marking a significant shift in the drug war efforts.
What's it like to defend a Mexican cartel boss? Reputed drug lords seek lawyers in U.S.Mexican government extradites 29 accused drug lords to the U.S. for prosecution, complicating legal representation amidst unprecedented legal challenges.
Pete Hegseth Reportedly Threatened Mexico With Military Action Over CartelsU.S. military action in Mexico against drug cartels was suggested, causing shock among Mexican leaders.
New federal strike force to focus on gangs, terrorism and drug trade on Long Island and in Brooklyn, officials sayThe Transnational Criminal Organizations Strike Force aims to dismantle MS-13 and drug cartels through aggressive legal action.
How Trump's Plan to Label Some Drug Cartels Terrorists' Would WorkTrump's executive order seeks to designate certain cartels as terrorist organizations, enhancing U.S. power for economic and military actions.
New federal strike force to focus on gangs, terrorism and drug trade on Long Island and in Brooklyn, officials sayThe Transnational Criminal Organizations Strike Force aims to dismantle MS-13 and drug cartels through aggressive legal action.
How Trump's Plan to Label Some Drug Cartels Terrorists' Would WorkTrump's executive order seeks to designate certain cartels as terrorist organizations, enhancing U.S. power for economic and military actions.
Fact check: President Donald Trump's speech to CongressTrump's Congress speech highlighted renewed focus on tariffs, immigration policy, and law enforcement amidst significant political opposition.
Mexican drug lord pleads not guilty to killing of DEA agent after US extraditionCaro Quintero, a notorious drug cartel leader, faces charges for the 1985 killing of a DEA agent in a high-profile U.S. court appearance.
US adds Mexican cartels to list of foreign terrorist organisationsThe US has designated six Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, highlighting a serious approach towards drug trafficking and organized crime.
U.S. gun companies fight Mexico's lawsuit at the Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court case tests U.S. gun manufacturers' liability in Mexico's gun violence.Mexico seeks to hold U.S. gun firms accountable amid rising tensions over border issues.
C.I.A. Expands Secret Drone Flights Over MexicoThe U.S. is conducting secret drone flights over Mexico to locate fentanyl labs, part of an intensified campaign against drug cartels.
Mexico sends drug lord Caro Quintero and 28 others to the U.S.Mexico sent 29 high-profile drug cartel figures to the U.S., increasing security cooperation amid looming trade tariffs from the Trump administration.
Trump designated drug cartels as terrorists. Here's what that means.Designating Mexican drug cartels as terrorist groups could lead to significant diplomatic conflict and unintended repercussions.
Mexican drug lord pleads not guilty to killing of DEA agent after US extraditionCaro Quintero, a notorious drug cartel leader, faces charges for the 1985 killing of a DEA agent in a high-profile U.S. court appearance.
US adds Mexican cartels to list of foreign terrorist organisationsThe US has designated six Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, highlighting a serious approach towards drug trafficking and organized crime.
U.S. gun companies fight Mexico's lawsuit at the Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court case tests U.S. gun manufacturers' liability in Mexico's gun violence.Mexico seeks to hold U.S. gun firms accountable amid rising tensions over border issues.
C.I.A. Expands Secret Drone Flights Over MexicoThe U.S. is conducting secret drone flights over Mexico to locate fentanyl labs, part of an intensified campaign against drug cartels.
Mexico sends drug lord Caro Quintero and 28 others to the U.S.Mexico sent 29 high-profile drug cartel figures to the U.S., increasing security cooperation amid looming trade tariffs from the Trump administration.
Trump designated drug cartels as terrorists. Here's what that means.Designating Mexican drug cartels as terrorist groups could lead to significant diplomatic conflict and unintended repercussions.
Republican Senator Floats Pirates' as Solution to Drug CartelsSenator Mike Lee suggests using privateers as a solution against Mexican drug cartels.
US says 5,000 soldiers deployed along Mexico border, could increase furtherU.S. military surveillance operations have intensified against drug cartels in Mexico, amidst concerns over military responses to illegal immigration.
Attack Them Inside Mexico?' Fox Host Stunned By House Republican Calling For Military Incursion Against CartelsRep. Carlos Gimenez calls for U.S. troops to combat drug cartels in Mexico, highlighting the escalating violence and drug-related deaths.
Pete Hegseth Tells Former Fox & Friends Colleagues Military Strikes Against Mexican Cartels Are On The Table'Military strikes against Mexican cartels are considered as options by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, contingent on the President's decision.
US says 5,000 soldiers deployed along Mexico border, could increase furtherU.S. military surveillance operations have intensified against drug cartels in Mexico, amidst concerns over military responses to illegal immigration.
Attack Them Inside Mexico?' Fox Host Stunned By House Republican Calling For Military Incursion Against CartelsRep. Carlos Gimenez calls for U.S. troops to combat drug cartels in Mexico, highlighting the escalating violence and drug-related deaths.
Pete Hegseth Tells Former Fox & Friends Colleagues Military Strikes Against Mexican Cartels Are On The Table'Military strikes against Mexican cartels are considered as options by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, contingent on the President's decision.
Ecuador's presidential race set for runoff DW 02/10/2025Ecuador's presidential election heads to a runoff between Daniel Noboa and Luisa Gonzalez after close first-round results.
Trump administration disbands task force targeting Russian oligarchsThe US Justice Department is disbanding a task force targeting Russian oligarchs to prioritize efforts against drug cartels and international gangs.
Trump seeks to designate drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizationsTrump's executive order aims to designate drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, potentially escalating U.S. military involvement in Latin America.
15 bodies found in 'secret graves' in southeastern Mexican state rocked by cartel violenceChiapas is facing escalating cartel violence, with 15 bodies found in hidden graves.Displacement due to drug cartel disputes has affected over 10,000 residents in Chiapas.
Mexico's military attacked, roads blocked in drug cartel stronghold SinaloaRecent arrests of drug lords have led to increased violence in Sinaloa, with military patrols attacked and roads blocked.
15 bodies found in 'secret graves' in southeastern Mexican state rocked by cartel violenceChiapas is facing escalating cartel violence, with 15 bodies found in hidden graves.Displacement due to drug cartel disputes has affected over 10,000 residents in Chiapas.
Mexico's military attacked, roads blocked in drug cartel stronghold SinaloaRecent arrests of drug lords have led to increased violence in Sinaloa, with military patrols attacked and roads blocked.
Lioness Season 2, Episode 6 RecapThe show 'Lioness' presents a controversial and dramatized depiction of Mexico as dangerous as war zones.The storyline continues to escalate, yet key plot resolutions remain elusive as the season approaches its end.
Mexican official who led war on drugs jailed for 38 years for accepting bribesGenaro Garcia Luna was sentenced to over 38 years in prison for accepting bribes from drug cartels while leading Mexico's fight against drug trafficking.
El Chapo sons confirm worst kept cartel secret: there's a plea deal in the worksThe Guzmán brothers are exploring a plea deal with U.S. authorities as their legal battles unfold separately.
Mexico to bring charges against capo, not for drugs, but for turning over another drug lord to USThe younger Guzmán is charged with kidnapping a rival drug lord, not for his cartel leadership.Charges include treason under Mexican law for perceived abduction intent.This case raises questions about legal jurisdiction in international drug crimes.
Mexican official who led war on drugs jailed for 38 years for accepting bribesGenaro Garcia Luna was sentenced to over 38 years in prison for accepting bribes from drug cartels while leading Mexico's fight against drug trafficking.
El Chapo sons confirm worst kept cartel secret: there's a plea deal in the worksThe Guzmán brothers are exploring a plea deal with U.S. authorities as their legal battles unfold separately.
Mexico to bring charges against capo, not for drugs, but for turning over another drug lord to USThe younger Guzmán is charged with kidnapping a rival drug lord, not for his cartel leadership.Charges include treason under Mexican law for perceived abduction intent.This case raises questions about legal jurisdiction in international drug crimes.
How a Tourist Paradise Became a Drug-Trafficking MagnetCosta Rican national parks are increasingly threatened by violent drug cartels, forcing rangers to prioritize safety over conservation efforts.
Seedy discovery at U.S.-Mexico border: $5 million worth of meth disguised as watermelonsA large methamphetamine smuggling attempt used fake watermelons, revealing advanced tactics by drug cartels.U.S. Customs and Border Protection successfully intercepted a significant drug shipment disguised as produce.