El Chapo's Lieutenant, 'El Mayo', Faces New Charges in US

Federal prosecutors in the United States have indicted Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada Garcia, one of Mexico's most powerful drug kingpins.

Zambada is accused of leading the Sinaloa Cartel alongside Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman Loera, who was extradited to the US in 2017 and sentenced to life in prison.

The new charges against Zambada include conspiracy to distribute cocaine, methamphetamine, and heroin, as well as money laundering. He is also accused of overseeing a network of assassins who carried out hundreds of murders on behalf of the cartel.

Zambada's arrest is a major coup for US law enforcement, as he is considered one of the last remaining leaders of the Sinaloa Cartel. His capture is likely to destabilize the cartel and disrupt its operations.

The charges against Zambada are part of a broader effort by the US government to crack down on Mexican drug cartels. In recent years, the US has increased its assistance to Mexican law enforcement and has taken steps to disrupt the flow of drugs into the US.

Zambada's arrest is a significant victory in the fight against drug trafficking, but it is also a reminder of the ongoing challenge posed by Mexican drug cartels. The cartels continue to operate with impunity in many parts of Mexico, and they continue to pose a threat to both Mexican and US citizens.