EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 22 MIN
Why Taking Out a Cartel Boss Probably Won't Stop the Violence (Or The Drugs)
from CNN One Thing · host CNN Podcasts
The killing of Mexican cartel boss Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes shocked the country and set off cartel violence in the streets, trapping American tourists in the process. However, experts say the operation could say even more about President Donald Trump’s war on drugs than Mexico’s. For more: The death of ‘El Mencho’ exposed the reach of Mexico’s cartel crisis. Will US tourists stay away? --- Guest: Steven Dudley, InSight Crime co-founder Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo: @morelifediares via REUTERS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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