One of the co-founders of the infamous Sinaloa Cartel, El Mayo, has pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges and will serve time in a US federal prison, in a major victory for President Trump's cartel crackdown.
El Mayo, whose real name is Ismael Zambada Garcia, entered his guilty plea in a US courtroom on Tuesday, admitting to his role in smuggling massive quantities of drugs across the US-Mexico border. The US Attorney General, Pam Bondi, hailed the guilty plea as a significant step towards justice.
"El Mayo will die in the US federal prison where he belongs," said AG Bondi. "This sends a clear message to other members of the Sinaloa Cartel and other drug trafficking organizations that their crimes will not go unpunished."
President Trump's administration has been cracking down on cartels, and El Mayo's guilty plea is seen as a powerful political leverage. It serves as a warning to those who continue to engage in illegal drug trafficking activities.
El Mayo's guilty plea and upcoming imprisonment mark a turning point in the fight against cartels, as US authorities continue to work towards dismantling these criminal organizations.
Category: U.S.
Published on: 2025-08-27 14:12:27
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In a surprising turn of events, the court has put a stop to plea agreements in the case of 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed. Prosecutors had been working towards a deal with Mohammed, who had indicated he would plead guilty in exchange for a reduction in his sentence.
However, the court's decision comes after concerns were raised about the potential implications of the plea agreement. Critics argued that allowing Mohammed to plead guilty could undermine the credibility of the justice system and impact the outcome of the case.
The ruling to halt the plea agreements has left many wondering what the next steps will be in the high-profile case. Prosecutors are now facing the challenge of building a case against Mohammed without the possibility of a plea deal.
As the legal battle continues, the families of the victims of 9/11 are watching closely, seeking justice for their loved ones. The decision to halt the plea agreements has added another layer of complexity to an already emotionally charged case. Only time will tell how this latest development will impact the outcome of the trial.
Category: Politics
Published on: 2025-01-10 01:27:20
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