How Much Control Do Mexican Criminal Groups Really Have in the US?

The mounting pressure from the US government on Mexico’s criminal groups has fueled an inflated narrative about their reach — one that may overstate their operational capabilities north of the border.Since President Donald Trump returned to office in January 2025, his administration has launched a series of initiatives under the banner of “Operation Take Back America,” to “ensure the total elimination” of criminal organizations.How Much Control Do Mexican Criminal Groups Really Have in the US? | Written by Victoria Dittmar and Natalia Hidalgo, and read by Victoria Dittmar.Visit insightcrime.org for more information.