Mexico’s Big Cartel Win Also Risks More Violence Ahead

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Maya Averbuch

Andrea Navarro

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The killing of one of Mexico’s most wanted drug lords risks being both a blessing and curse for President Claudia Sheinbaum.

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The killing of “El Mencho,” one of Mexico’s most wanted drug lords, risks being both a blessing and curse for President Claudia Sheinbaum.

Killing of Jalisco Cartel Leader Sparks Fears of Rising Violence in Mexico

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