Mexican judge linked to 'Chapo canadiense' bribes seeks trial in Mexico, not US

Judge Luis Benítez, accused of accepting bribes from the 'Chapo canadiense' cartel, has requested to be tried in Mexico rather than the US. Interpol Colombia's director alleges Benítez traveled to Bogotá for clandestine meetings, adding a cross-border dimension to the case. The request signals potential legal friction between Mexican and US jurisdictions over the extradition or trial venue.

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