Summary
The White House issued a warning to Mexican drug cartels not to harm American citizens following the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the CJNG. The operation that led to his death involved Mexican and U.S. authorities, causing violence and chaos across parts of Mexico. Mexican officials, with help from U.S. intelligence, also killed a senior cartel operative, El Tuli, after capturing El Mencho.
Key Facts
- President Trump warned Mexican drug cartels against harming Americans.
- Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, head of the CJNG, was killed by Mexican forces.
- His death led to violence, including roadblocks and flight cancellations in Mexico.
- U.S. authorities urged citizens in Mexico to follow State Department advice and stay safe.
- Mexican forces used U.S. intelligence but no direct U.S. military involvement occurred.
- At least 25 National Guard members died, and about 70 arrests were made.
- Mexican forces also killed El Tuli, a senior CJNG member, following El Mencho's death.
