Mexican IndyCar driver surprised by ICE’s ‘Speedway Slammer’ post
The Department of Homeland Security recently shared an AI-generated image, seemingly catching the attention of IndyCar officials, including one of their prominent drivers. The picture, titled “Speedway Slammer,” depicted a prison alongside a race car. The car featured in the image had the number 5, matching that of driver Pato O’Ward, a 26-year-old from Monterrey, […]
Trump’s Treasury Department Imposes Sanctions on ‘Narco-Rapper’ El Makabelico for Laundering Streaming Profits to Mexican Drug Lords
US Blacklists Members of Cartel del Noreste Amid Drug Crackdown On August 7, the US government imposed sanctions on three prominent figures from the Cartel del Noreste (CDN), as part of a broader effort to combat drug trafficking alongside immigration enforcement. The Treasury announced on Wednesday the targeting of Abdon Federico Rodriguez Garcia, the CDN’s […]
Puerto Rico emerges as an important drug trafficking pathway as the Mexican border restrictions increase.
Enhancing Homeland Security in Puerto Rico The beautiful sandy beaches of Puerto Rico, known for their vibrant blue waters and palm trees, are not just picturesque but also a focal point for security discussions. Rebecca Gonza Lezramos, a special agent with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, recently shared insights […]
US imposes sanctions on ‘narco-rapper’ El Makabelico for laundering streaming earnings to violent Mexican drug lords
US Treasury Sanctions Mexican Drug Cartel Leaders WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, the US Treasury Department sanctioned a high-ranking member of a notorious Mexican drug cartel, allowing him to continue trafficking fentanyl into the United States. Additionally, a well-known rapper believed to be funding this cartel with over half of his earnings was also targeted. The […]
Gulf Cartel Kills Leading Mexican Federal Prosecutor in Attack on Border City
Gunmen Target Federal Prosecutor in Tamaulipas A group of assailants, believed to be affiliated with the Gulf Cartel, killed a federal prosecutor in a brazen attack in the border city of Reynosa, Tamaulipas. Armed with automatic weapons and specialized ammunition, they executed the attack while government officials grappled with public backlash. The shooters managed to […]
Group States Mexican Cartel Connected to Mercury Smuggling
Mercury Trafficking Linked to Mexican Cartel A recent report by the NGO Environmental Research Agency (EIA) alleges that the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) is involved in trafficking mercury in South America, primarily for illegal gold refining activities. This revelation comes shortly after CJNG operatives stole over 33 tons of gold concentrate from mining companies […]
Mexican army starts large-scale security mission for tourist areas
Increased Security Measures in Cancun for Summer Tourists This summer, visitors to Cancun and the Mexican Riviera Maya are met with a mix of ocean breezes and armed patrols. This heightened security is a response to rising cartel violence and crimes targeting travelers. The Mexican government has sent over 7,000 troops and security personnel to […]
Treasury Secretary Bessent Issues Warning to Mexican Terrorist Cartels
The US Treasury Department is significantly involved in the fight against terrorist drug cartels, according to Secretary Scott Bescent. In a recent conversation with Breitbart News, Bescent mentioned that the Treasury is utilizing every financial tool available to tackle these criminal organizations. “We’re here for them,” he stated. Bescent pointed out the recent approvals of […]
Thieves deceived a Mexican billionaire out of $400 million by falsely claiming a connection to the Astor family.
A wealthy Mexican businessman has been duped into lending $400 million to a group of fraudsters. Ricardo Salinas Priego, who heads the telecommunications empire Grupo Salinas, believed he had found the ideal lending partner back in 2021 when he sought financing for a significant Bitcoin venture. Instead, he became a victim of a “loan to […]
Mexican Government Launches Major Security Actions While Steering Clear of Cartel-Dominated Zones
Mexican authorities are actively promoting public relations campaigns aimed at showcasing their endeavors against organized crime, both at the state and federal levels. While officials announce significant police and military deployments and celebrate the arrests of minor offenders, the reality is that cartel leaders continue to operate largely unchallenged. According to reports, this PR initiative […]