MYSTERIOUS: Michoacan - What They Never Told You

A cartel stronghold just put America’s avocado supply at risk

The United States says it has suspended all government operations in the Mexican state of Michoacan because of a “threat to U.S. interests,” including the inspections of avocados required for their export

The Independent UK · Aug 6

US designates 2 new Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations

The United States has designated two Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. These groups include the Juarez Cartel and Los Viagras from Michoacan. This action allows for more aggressive measures against these criminal organizations. The Juarez Cartel has a long history of drug trafficking across the border. Los Viagras also…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

The criminal ascent of 'El Mencho' as Mexico's most powerful drug lord

Like other drug lords, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” had spent years avoiding the spotlight

The Independent UK · Feb 24

At least 120 hurt in gen Z protests over corruption and drug violence in Mexico

Clashes erupt between protesters and riot police in the capital as rallies take place in cities across the country

The Guardian - UK · Nov 16, 2025

Mexico to send more troops and money to Michoacan after mayor's killing

Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced the deployment of more troops to Michoacan to address ongoing violence

The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2025

Authorities believe organized crime involved in Mexican mayor’s assassination carried out by teen

Seven mayors have been killed in Michoacan during the past three years

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2025

Sheinbaum unveils security plan for Michoacan following protests over mayor's assassination

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced a new security strategy for Michoacan, following the assassination of Uruapan Mayor Carlos Alberto Manzo

The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2025

Mexican president refuses US help after mayor was shot dead in public assassination

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ruled out changes to her administration's security policies after the assassination of a mayor in the violent state of Michoacan

The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2025

Quick Facts On Carlo Manzo Of Mexico: Mayor Killed On Day of The Dead - Was It The Cartel?

Outspoken Uruapan mayor Carlos Manzo, 40, assassinated during 1 Nov 2025 festivities in Michoacán. Anti-cartel crusader had pleaded for aid; two suspects held. Sheinbaum vows zero impunity as US offers border crackdown.

International Business Times UK · Nov 3, 2025

Mexican mayor shot dead in public during Day of the Dead celebrations

Michoacan is one of Mexico’s most violent state

The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2025