In a joint operation between Mexico and the United States, 29 leaders of the Mexican drug trafficking were extradited to the neighboring country, including important figures such as Rafael Caro Quintero, founders of Los Zetas and leaders of the Sinaloa and Jalisco Cartels. This measure, which has been recognized by various political actors, has raised questions and demands for transparency regarding the details of the bilateral agreement.
Former President Felipe Calderón has expressed his concern that U.S. justice may reduce the sentences of the extradited individuals in exchange for information and cooperation, which he considers unacceptable. On his part, the President of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, has emphasized the importance of stopping the violence and terrorism generated by criminal groups, highlighting the need for a solid binational agreement in this matter.
The opposition has asked the president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, and the Secretary of Security, Omar García Harfuch, to provide more details about the extradition operation, in order to fully understand the implications of this measure. Additionally, there are concerns that the extradition may be related to a possible negotiation to avoid the imposition of tariffs by the United States.
Amid this situation, different political voices have called for transparency and accountability from the Mexican government, to clarify the circumstances of the extraditions and to avoid any misinterpretation or malicious interpretation in this regard. The fight against organized crime remains a significant challenge for Mexico, and international cooperation in this area is essential for achieving meaningful progress in security.
