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How The Arrest Of El Mayo Zambada Has Caused Chaos Within The Mexican Government (8/13/24)

Aug 13, 2024 · 16m 42s
How The Arrest Of El Mayo Zambada Has Caused Chaos Within The Mexican Government (8/13/24)
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The recent arrest of Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, a key leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, has indeed triggered significant turmoil within the Mexican government. Zambada, who had evaded capture for...

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The recent arrest of Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, a key leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, has indeed triggered significant turmoil within the Mexican government. Zambada, who had evaded capture for decades, was arrested on July 25, 2024, near El Paso, Texas, by U.S. authorities. His arrest was part of a larger operation that also led to the capture of Joaquín Guzmán López, a son of the notorious drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán.Impact on the Mexican Government:
  1. Allegations of Corruption and Treason:
    • The circumstances surrounding Zambada's arrest have sparked controversy, especially given his claim that he was kidnapped and forcibly taken to the U.S. by individuals he trusted within Mexico. These allegations have prompted Mexican prosecutors to consider treason charges against those who may have been complicit in his capture. This situation exposes the deep-seated corruption and complicity between cartel leaders and certain elements within the Mexican government.
  2. Political Fallout:
    • Zambada’s arrest has led to political fallout, with accusations flying across various levels of government. The event has placed significant pressure on Mexico’s ruling party and local officials in Sinaloa, raising questions about their involvement or knowledge of the operation. This has resulted in a climate of distrust and further strained relations between Mexican and U.S. authorities.
  3. Instability and Violence:
    • The arrest has also heightened fears of retaliatory violence from the Sinaloa Cartel, as such high-profile arrests often lead to increased violence, both internally within the cartel and against government forces. Zambada’s influence within the cartel was considerable, and his removal from power could lead to a power struggle among remaining leaders, potentially destabilizing the region further.
This arrest represents a major development in the ongoing battle against drug cartels, but it also highlights the complex and often murky relationship between organized crime and government institutions in Mexico.



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The letter from ‘El Mayo’ Zambada that widens the scandal in Mexico: A murder, a capture and a secret meeting | International | EL PAÍS English (elpais.com)
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