The case of Genaro García Luna, Mexico’s former Secretary of Public Security, is a clear example of the failures of this strategy. García Luna was sentenced to 38 years in prison for drug trafficking and other crimes, reflecting the flaws in U.S. policy for considering him a key ally in the fight against organized crime.
In the delicate context of a presidential change in the United States, journalistic investigations have uncovered links between Mexican and Colombian cartels and U.S. congressmen. These investigations have led to the creation of the term “The Congressmen’s Cartel,” referring to a group of congressmen who are allegedly operating as the real drug lords.
This group of congressmen is said to be acting as the primary figures in these operations, while the leaders of the Mexican and Colombian cartels would be considered their employees or subordinates, as one would say in Mexico. This shift in roles reflects the accusation that U.S. politicians are largely controlling drug trafficking operations, rather than fighting against them.
In this scenario, the situation is not only worrying because of the impunity with which local governments operate, as in Mexico, but also because of the risk this creates for US national security. The ongoing corruption poses a significant threat, both locally and internationally.
It is not just a matter of corrupt federal agents. In the case of Argentina, there are growing concerns about the possible involvement of the US ambassador in Buenos Aires. This involvement has raised questions about whether the ambassador might be facilitating the flow of thousands of kilos of cocaine and fentanyl to the US and Europe.
Meanwhile, in Argentina, the latest indictment against Patricia Bullrich is drawing attention. She faces charges of laundering $20 million, with no clear justification for the origin of the funds. This case adds to a long list of crimes linked to her, further complicating the political situation.
Despite these serious accusations, the Argentine Congress refuses to investigate her. The reasons for this refusal remain unclear, yet it highlights a troubling pattern of impunity in the region. This situation only worsens the global context of drug trafficking and corruption, exacerbating the challenges faced by both Argentina and the international community.
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