The Jalisco New Generation Cartel has been designated a narco-terrorist organization, with Juan Carlos Valencia González taking over leadership.
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Updated Oct 22
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What happened
The Jalisco New Generation Cartel has been designated a narco-terrorist organization, with Juan Carlos Valencia González taking over leadership.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump administration designates CJNG as FTO and notes narcotics imports.1 source
Operations of the Cartel span international states, and prosecutors are seeking seizure of a ranch allegedly owned by a fugitive.1 source
Valencia González confirmed as CJNG leader; federal indictment issued in Michoacán.1 source
CJNG designated narco-terrorist group; Juan Carlos Valencia González is the new leader.1 source
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The entities involved
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Jalisco New Generation Cartel
Mexican narco-terrorist organization and paramilitary group
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Juan Carlos Valencia González
Mexican drug trafficker and terrorist
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- Mexican Navy arrested Iván Sánchez, an alleged leader of Los Cromos, linked to CJNG, while Mexico builds a rail-and-port corridor to the Atlantic.
- CJNG conducted drug operations in Guanajuato and extended its operations into Michoacán.
- Sheinbaum's government is investigating organized crime, while CSIS notes lessons from Mexican cartels fighting in Ukraine.
- A cell leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel was arrested in Colima state.