CIA’s Secret Cartel War in Mexico Raises New Questions New claims of deadly CIA-backed cartel operations inside Mexico raise questions over sovereignty, security cooperation and U.S. pressure.
CJNG Still Powerful After El Mencho and El Jardinero ACLED analysts say CJNG has not fractured after El Mencho’s death, even after El Jardinero’s arrest in Nayarit.
White House Names Canada as New Mexican Cartel Hub A new U.S. drug strategy says Mexican cartels are using Canada for synthetic drug production, adding pressure to North American security talks.
CIA denies role in attack on alleged Sinaloa Cartel operator The CIA and Mexico deny claims of a covert attack on a suspected Sinaloa Cartel operator, reviving debate over U.S. security roles.
Leaked audio allege a US-backed media operation targeting Mexico and Colombia Leaked Hondurasgate audios allege a US-backed media operation targeting Mexico and Colombia. The claims remain under scrutiny.
Mexico Home Prices Jump Again in Early 2026 Mexico housing prices rose 8.7% in Q1 2026, with coastal and fast-growing states seeing some of the steepest increases.
Mexico Cuts 2026 Growth Forecast Despite Big Plan Mexico lowered its 2026 GDP forecast to 2.3%, even as officials push Plan México’s investment and job targets through 2030.
Oaxaca Reveals 2026 Guelaguetza Program and Ticket Dates Oaxaca’s 2026 Guelaguetza program includes more than 140 events, with Lunes del Cerro on July 20 and 27 and ticket sales in May.
49ers and Vikings Bring NFL Back to Mexico City in 2026 The 49ers will host the Vikings at Estadio Banorte on Nov. 22 as NFL regular-season football returns to Mexico City.
Mexico’s Credit Outlook Turns Negative with S&P Warning S&P kept Mexico’s rating at investment grade but shifted its outlook to negative, citing weak growth, fiscal pressure and Pemex support.