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Omar García Harfuch Leads Mexican Security Cabinet in Seizing 1.3 Tons Cocaine, 3,000 kg Fentanyl Amid $50 Million Laundering and Hidalgo Cartel Activity

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Updated May 18, 2025, 08:38 PM

The federal Security Cabinet of Mexico has intensified efforts to combat organized crime, particularly in Guanajuato and other violence-affected states. Recent operations led by Secretary Omar García Harfuch have resulted in significant drug seizures, including 1.3 tons of suspected cocaine in Guerrero and over 3,000 kilograms of fentanyl in Tijuana, along with thousands of fentanyl pills. The DEA reports that seven major cartels vie for control across Mexico, with the Sinaloa Cartel present in 31 states except Jalisco, which is dominated by the CJNG. The Cartel del Noreste, formerly Los Zetas, is accused of trafficking drugs via Ómnibus de México buses, supplied with illicit fentanyl by Los Mayos.

The DEA also highlights that fuel theft from Petróleos Mexicanos is a primary funding source for multiple cartels. In Hidalgo, the DEA has identified operations of three cartels involved in methamphetamine, heroin, petroleum, and gas smuggling, prompting state governor Julio Menchaca to commit to a frontal fight against organized crime. Additionally, Chinese money laundering networks have allegedly moved $50 million for drug cartels through banks in Los Angeles County, exploiting vulnerabilities in anti-money laundering systems. The DEA notes diversification in laundering schemes involving Chinese groups, cryptocurrencies, and international trade. U.S. and Mexican authorities emphasize the importance of bilateral collaboration to curb illegal immigration and disrupt weapons trafficking, which is framed as a threat to national and international security. Meanwhile, Mexico's Security Cabinet and the Attorney General's Office are investigating the high-profile murder of influencer Valeria Márquez with priority. The governor of Veracruz reported the deployment of 3,600 National Guard police to maintain security during the electoral process. President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered the military and public security forces to increase deployments to strengthen federal presence against organized crime.

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Omar García Harfuch Leads Mexican Security Cabinet in Seizing 1.3 Tons Cocaine, 3,000 kg Fentanyl Amid $50 Million Laundering and Hidalgo Cartel Activity

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Tom Homan, Gorka Back U.S.-Mexico Coordination Against Cartels With 1.3 Tons Cocaine Seized, 500,000 Employed, and Increased Federal Security

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Tom Homan and Sebastian Gorka Urge U.S. Action Against Mexican Cartels Employing 500,000, Coordinating with Claudia Sheinbaum

Omar García Harfuch Leads Mexican Security Cabinet in Seizing 1.3 Tons Cocaine, 3,000 kg Fentanyl Amid $50 Million Laundering and Hidalgo Cartel Activity

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