Mexico faces uphill battle to appease kingpin Trump after cartel boss’s killing

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Oscar Lopezin Mexico CityFebruary 23, 2026 at 09:08 PM
Mexico faces uphill battle to appease kingpin Trump after cartel boss’s killing

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Following the killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel (JNGC) leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes ("El Mencho") by Mexican forces, Mexico faces renewed pressure from the U.S., particularly from Donald Trump, to intensify its efforts against drug cartels. The operation resulted in significant cartel backlash, including violence and disruptions across the country. Trump responded by publicly demanding Mexico do more to combat cartels and drugs. The U.S. has been increasing pressure on Mexico, including offering a $15 million reward for Oseguera's capture and designating the JNGC as a foreign terrorist organization. Mexico's efforts to combat cartels are further complicated by the upcoming World Cup, with Guadalajara, a JNGC stronghold, scheduled to host matches. The killing of Oseguera may temporarily alleviate some U.S. pressure on the Mexican government.

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drug cartels 90% donald trump 80% mexico 80% el mencho 70% jalisco new generation cartel 60% security operations 60% us-mexico relations 50% drug trafficking 50% claudia sheinbaum 40%

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