What El Mencho’s death means for Mexico’s cartels

The killing of El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, sparks widespread violence and raises questions about the future of drug trafficking in Mexico. Andalusia K Soloff, a journalist reporting on security issues in Mexico, describes the immediate aftermath, including narco blockades and attacks across multiple states. El Mencho's rise from undocumented migrant to powerful cartel leader is attributed to violence, criminal genius, and collusion with corrupt officials. His death raises suspicions about potential government involvement to prevent him from revealing compromising information. Despite the killing, experts believe the cartel's vast criminal network will persist, potentially leading to increased violence as factions vie for power. The conversation also addresses the role of US intelligence and weapons trafficking in the ongoing crisis.