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WATCH LIVE: Justice Department officials hold news conference

WATCH LIVE: Justice Department officials hold news conference

Summary

The Justice Department is focusing on financial networks supporting Mexico's most violent drug cartels. They target money brokers using cryptocurrency to move drug money from the U.S. to Mexico.

Key Facts

  • The Justice Department is targeting financial systems linked to Mexican drug cartels.
  • They are focusing on money brokers who use cryptocurrency for transactions.
  • Four people have been extradited from Mexico to the U.S. for prosecution.
  • The cartels use these networks to continue illegal drug activities in the U.S.
  • This effort is part of a strategy to stop the flow of money to cartels.
  • The announcement from DOJ leaders is scheduled for Friday morning.
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