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politics El Financiero 2026-05-04

Sinaloa Cartel Allegations Threaten Mexican Governor and Ruling Party

Mexican Governor Rubén Rocha Moya is implicated in allegations of the Sinaloa Cartel interfering in his 2021 election victory through intimidation. This situation creates a difficult balance for the current government, which has been taking steps against organized crime while facing potential pressure from the U.S. regarding alleged links between politicians and drug cartels.

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