US Weapons Fueling Mexican Cartel Violence: An Investigation
Explore the alarming connection between US firearms and Mexican cartel power, as Mexico's defense minister reveals the shocking statistic that 80% of cartel weapons originate from the US.
A troubling statistic has emerged from Mexico's ongoing battle against organized crime: 80% of the weapons seized from Mexican cartels come from the United States. This startling revelation, made by Mexico's Defense Minister Luis Cresencio Sandoval, sheds light on the complex and dangerous relationship between US firearm policies and the escalating violence south of the border.
The flow of firearms from the US to Mexico is a long-standing issue that has fueled the power and reach of criminal organizations. Lax gun laws, straw purchases, and trafficking networks. As cartel groups continue to terrorize Mexican communities, the role of American-sourced weapons cannot be ignored.
Source: Al Jazeera
