Mexico lacks proof connecting Venezuela’s Maduro to drug trafficking organization: Sheinbaum on Nicolas Maduro News

The Mexican president, Claudia Sheinbaum, denied that her government has evidence linking Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro to the Sinaloa Cartel. Sheinbaum stated that Mexico has no ongoing investigation regarding Maduro’s alleged ties to criminal networks, adding that evidence should be brought forward if it exists. The U.S. has doubled its reward for information leading to Maduro’s arrest amidst allegations of his involvement in drug trafficking, but Mexico maintains its diplomatic relations with Venezuela. The U.S., under former President Trump, had a policy of “maximum pressure” on Maduro including sanctions, but has continued to deny recognition to his government. The U.S. asserts Maduro’s involvement with violent groups like the Sinaloa Cartel, which Mexico denies.

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