Federal prosecutors in San Diego have made history by unsealing an indictment that levies narco-terrorism charges against members of the Beltran Leyva organization, a faction within the Sinaloa cartel known for its violent reputation and significant involvement in fentanyl production. This unprecedented legal move follows the Trump administration's previous designation of the cartel as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. U.S. Attorney Adam Gordon emphasized the shift in power dynamics, calling cartel leaders 'the hunted.' With the indictment containing serious charges beyond narco-terrorism, such as drug conspiracy and money laundering, law enforcement aims to dismantle this dangerous organization effectively.
The criminal indictment against members of the Beltran Leyva organization is the first use of narco-terrorism charges against a Mexican-based drug-trafficking organization.
To the leaders of the Sinaloa cartel, you are no longer the hunters, you are the hunted. You will be betrayed by your friends.
The Sinaloa cartel is a complex, dangerous terrorist organization and dismantling them demands a novel, powerful legal response.
Their days of brutalizing the American people without consequence are over â we will seek life in prison for these terrorists.
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