Mexican Drug Cartel Suspects Deported to U.S.

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Mexico deports more than two dozen drug cartel suspects to the United States, including the man charged in the 1985 slaying of a U.S. drug agent, as part of efforts to curb illegal immigration, cartel activity, and fentanyl production. The suspects include leaders from various cartels and were sent to eight U.S. cities for prosecution.

Key Points

  • Mexico deports 29 drug cartel suspects to the U.S., including Rafael Caro Quintero, charged in the 1985 murder of DEA agent Kiki Camarena.
  • Trump administration pressures Mexico to curb illegal immigration, cartel activity, and fentanyl production.
  • Deported suspects include leaders from designated foreign terrorist organizations and individuals wanted for drug trafficking and homicide.
  • The deportation coincided with a visit to Washington by Mexican officials and was a result of negotiations with the U.S. government.

Pros

  • Significant action taken against drug cartel suspects by deporting them to the U.S.
  • Collaboration between Mexico and the U.S. to combat illegal activities and criminal organizations.
  • Justice being served for crimes committed, including the 1985 murder of a DEA agent.

Cons

  • Potential retaliation from drug trafficking groups against the Mexican state.
  • Threat to the previous understanding that Mexican drug lords would serve sentences in Mexican prisons.