Mike Vigil - Current Columbia

In this episode, Mike Vigil, former Director of International Operations for DEA, discusses the recent kidnapping of Mayo Zambada, cartel dynamics, and the geopolitical implications of law enforcement actions in Mexico and South America.The kidnapping of Mayo Zambada and its implicationsCartel leadership and recent changes after El Mencho's deathThe use of military-grade weapons and tactics by cartelsThe impact of cartel violence on Mexican and US relationsLegal and sovereignty issues in cartel law enforcement operationsThe influence of US politics and policies on Latin American securityThe new generation of Mexican cartels and their leadershipGeopolitical strategies involving the Shield of the Americas