The Mexican official expressed his concern about the relationship with the United States regarding arms trafficking and the fight against drug trafficking. Alejandro Gertz Manero leads the legal strategy against armories on the southern border of the United States, accusing them of supplying weapons to drug cartels, which are now labeled as 'terrorists.' According to Gertz, these actions could damage cooperation in the fight against fentanyl.
Gertz Manero is distinguished by his blunt approach to sensitive issues. He has clashed with the Trump administration over the release of General Cienfuegos, which generated criticism from the U.S. Senate. He has also been questioned for alleged persecutions against opponents of López Obrador's government, being pointed out by U.S. senators for his actions considered as 'personal vendettas.'
The Mexican prosecutor has starred in controversial moments, such as when he stood up U.S. Attorney Garland during Biden and Trudeau's visit to Mexico, leading to public reproaches. Although rumors about his possible resignation have circulated, whether due to health reasons or scandals like that of Alejandra Cuevas, Gertz remains in his position at the Prosecutor's Office, backing government policies and actively participating in morning press conferences.
Recently, Gertz has pointed to an alleged conspiracy in the trafficking of arms from the United States to Mexico, based on a report from the ATF. The prosecutor has denounced that a large portion of the weapons seized in Mexico are of U.S. origin, which he claims strengthens drug cartels. His stance has generated diplomatic tensions and criticism for his absence at relevant international events.
