Mexico hands over dozens more suspected cartel members to US
- Posted on January 20, 2026
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Mexico hands over dozens more suspected cartel members to US

President Claudia Sheinbaum has stepped up the extradition of cartel leaders and border cooperation with the US, but has repeatedly voiced opposition to any military intervention. The alleged criminals were flown to Washington, New York, Pennsylvania, San Antonio and San Diego aboard seven military aircraft, Mexico announced.