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The Mexican army killed Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho,' the leader of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Officials stated a tip from his romantic partner aided in locating him at a forest hideout. Following this operation, the cartel retaliated with widespread violence across Mexico, including blockades and attacks that killed dozens of people, including soldiers. The government deployed thousands of troops in response. President Claudia Sheinbaum called for calm and highlighted coordination with state governments to address the unrest. The killing has raised questions about succession within the cartel and the potential for increased turf wars. In a separate announcement, Sheinbaum reported a 42% decrease in intentional homicides, while her administration increased bodyguard assignments for public officials by 50%.
The operation that killed El Mencho was conducted with intelligence support from the United States, a fact confirmed by the White House. In response to the potential for cartel violence following the raid, the U.S. Embassy in Mexico issued an urgent security alert for parts of Jalisco state, including Puerto Vallarta, warning U.S. citizens to shelter in place. The unrest led some American companies to evacuate employees from Mexico. Separately, a Mexican political party responded to comments from Trump by stating they are not like former leader Santa Anna and would not cede territory. In unrelated international news, New Mexico state legislators passed a measure to launch a formal investigation, described as a 'truth commission,' into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch in the state.
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The Mexican military killed Nemesio 'El Mencho' Oseguera, the leader of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), in a raid. Officials said the operation was aided by intelligence from the United States and that a tip from El Mencho's romantic partner helped locate his hideout. Violence erupted across Mexico following the killing, with cartel members setting up roadblocks and launching attacks. At least 73 people were killed, including 25 soldiers, during the operation and the subsequent unrest. The government deployed thousands of additional troops to Jalisco state. President Claudia Sheinbaum urged the public to remain calm and highlighted a 42% decrease in homicides. The World Cup diving event in Mexico was canceled due to security concerns, and some U.S. politicians warned travelers to avoid the country.
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Feb 18
New Mexico lawmakers launch investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's ranchNew Mexico state legislators have passed a measure to launch a formal investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's secluded Zorro Ranch in the state. The probe, described as a 'truth commission,' will look into the activities and alleged abuse that occurred at the property.