politics
February 24, 2026
Sheinbaum emphasizes cooperation with the US and respect for sovereignty in operation against El Mencho
Sheinbaum explained that communication with the United States regarding security is permanent and governed by agreements established between both Governments.
TL;DR
- Mexico maintains permanent security communication with the United States, governed by established agreements.
- Cooperation with the US is primarily in information and intelligence sharing.
- The recent operation leading to the death of drug trafficker El Mencho involved collaboration with US authorities.
- The Mexican military initially located the target, but US authorities also provided crucial data.
- Since the current administration began, the relationship with the US Northern Command has been significantly strengthened.
- 23,000 weapons of US origin and over 320 tons of drugs have been seized during this administration.
- Washington had offered a $15 million reward for information on El Mencho, accusing him of fentanyl trafficking.