US Sanctions 21 Individuals, 25 Firms Tied to Sinaloa Cartel Faction, Including Ex-Husband of Mexican Governor

The US Treasury imposed sanctions on 21 individuals and 25 firms linked to a Sinaloa Cartel faction, freezing assets to disrupt protection and financing networks in Baja California. The inclusion of the ex-husband of a Mexican governor signals potential political entanglement, though the governor's involvement is not alleged. This action escalates US pressure on cartel financial infrastructure, with implications for US-Mexico relations and regional security.