U.S. hails 'biggest action ever' against CJNG cartel with sweeping sanctions

The United States has intensified its pressure on the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) with its most significant action to date against the organization. U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson hailed the move as "the biggest action ever" against the powerful cartel.

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the biggest action ever

The Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned more than 50 Mexican individuals and entities connected to the CJNG. This designation includes the cartel's newly appointed leader, Juan Carlos González, known as "El Pelón," who assumed leadership after the death of Nemesio Oseguera, "El Mencho."

Ambassador Johnson emphasized the unequivocal message these sanctions send: "Donald Trump is committed to dismantling narcoterrorist cartels and all the networks that make them possible." He asserted that those involved, regardless of their role or location, will be held accountable. The ambassador also highlighted the enhanced security for both nations when the U.S. and Mexico collaborate effectively.

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Donald Trump is committed to dismantling narcoterrorist cartels and all the networks that make them possible. Regardless of who they are, where they operate, or the role they play, they will be held accountable.

The Treasury Department stated that this coordinated action disrupts a wide range of criminal activities that benefit the CJNG across various Mexican states. Ambassador Johnson reiterated his belief that "justice will prevail," underscoring the ongoing commitment to combating organized crime. This move signifies a major step in the U.S.-Mexico efforts to dismantle transnational criminal organizations.

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justice will prevail