Summary
The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on a group of companies and individuals in Mexico. These entities are accused of helping the Sinaloa cartel obtain chemicals to produce fentanyl, a powerful drug.
Key Facts
- The U.S. Treasury sanctioned companies in Mexico for allegedly aiding the Sinaloa cartel.
- These companies are accused of supplying chemicals for fentanyl production.
- A total of 12 companies and 8 individuals were targeted by the sanctions.
- The businesses involved are linked to pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and real estate.
- The implicated faction is led by the sons of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, the cartel's former leader.
