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El Chapo's Family in the US: A Plea Deal in the Making?

El Chapo's Family in US for Son's Plea Deal Negotiations

El Chapo's Family in the US: A Plea Deal in the Making?

The complex saga of the Sinaloa cartel continues to unfold. Recent reports indicate that seventeen relatives of Ovidio Guzmán, son of notorious drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, have traveled to the United States. This move is reportedly connected to ongoing negotiations for a potential plea deal in Ovidio's case.

Mexico's security minister, Omar García Harfuch, confirmed the family's presence in the US, emphasizing that they were not under investigation by Mexican authorities. He urged the US Department of Justice to share information regarding the negotiations. While the Department of Justice has yet to comment publicly, the move suggests a significant development in Ovidio's legal battle.

Ovidio Guzmán, also known as "El Ratón" (The Mouse), was extradited to the US in 2023 to face narcotics charges. He initially pleaded not guilty but is now believed to be seeking a plea agreement to avoid a lengthy trial. A court hearing initially scheduled for May 12th was postponed to July 9th, with a "change of plea agreement" anticipated on that date.

This situation highlights the intricate web of power and influence surrounding the Sinaloa cartel, even after the imprisonment of its founder, El Chapo. The implications of this plea deal, if reached, could have far-reaching consequences, potentially impacting the ongoing violence and instability within the cartel and its operations in both Mexico and the US.

The Larger Context: The Sinaloa Cartel's Ongoing Power Struggle

The Sinaloa cartel, one of six Mexican drug trafficking organizations designated as terrorist organizations by the Trump administration, remains a significant player in the global drug trade. The arrest of Ovidio and his brother, Joaquín Guzmán López (arrested last July alongside Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada), has sparked intense infighting within the cartel, leading to a surge in violence and a high number of casualties in Sinaloa state.

The plea deal negotiations involving Ovidio are thus set against the backdrop of this ongoing struggle for power and control within the cartel. The outcome will undoubtedly influence the future trajectory of the Sinaloa cartel and its impact on regional and international security.

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