CJNG leadership decimated: arrests and deaths mark 'black year' for cartel

Mexican authorities have arrested or killed multiple regional commanders and operators of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) following the reported death of 'El Mencho'. The article claims a significant disruption of the cartel's command structure, though the death of El Mencho remains unconfirmed. This marks a notable shift in the security landscape, potentially reducing cartel violence but also risking power struggles.