US accusations against Sinaloa Governor Ruben Rocha Moya and other Mexican officials for alleged ties to the Sinaloa Cartel have ignited a fierce defense from President Claudia Sheinbaum. She stated that while her administration would not protect criminals, the lack of clear evidence suggests the imputations are politically motivated, constituting foreign interference. The US Department of Justice alleges Rocha Moya was elected with cartel support and protected their operations, a claim Mexico disputes without concrete proof.