Mexican authorities recently extradited 29 cartel figures to the United States in a move aimed at mitigating a tariff threat linked to illegal migration and drug smuggling. Requested by the US Justice Department, this mass extradition is considered "historic" as it typically involves less than a handful of suspects at a time. This decision coincided with negotiations aimed at averting a potential 25% tariff on Mexican imports, demonstrating Mexico’s hope that this action will strengthen relations with the Trump administration amid ongoing drug-related violence.
The mass extradition reflects Mexico's effort to improve relations with the US amid tariff threats and underscores the ongoing struggle against drug cartels.
Mike Vigil noted that Mexico usually excels in extraditing a few cartel figures at once; hence, the mass transfer is considered a historic event.
Mexico hopes that extraditing 29 cartel figures will positively influence tariff negotiations with the Trump administration.
Rafael Caro Quintero, a prominent drug lord wanted by the US, was reportedly among those extradited, signaling a significant development in the drug war.
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