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What We Know About el chapo’s Legacy and the Rise of El Mencho

Sophie Clarke — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:01:36 +0000

What Happened

On Sunday, Mexican special forces killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, the co-founder and leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). This cartel has become one of Mexico’s most powerful criminal organizations, known for its extreme violence and military-style operations.

Why It Matters

El Mencho’s death is significant as it follows the life imprisonment of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, who was sentenced seven years ago. While Guzmán’s conviction was seen as a turning point in the fight against drug trafficking, it has led to increased violence in Sinaloa due to a power vacuum. Analysts suggest that the strategy of targeting major cartel leaders has resulted in a fragmented criminal landscape, with smaller, unpredictable groups emerging, leading to more violence.

What’s Next

The future of Mexico’s drug trade remains uncertain. With El Mencho’s death, the CJNG may face internal challenges, but the overall instability in the cartel landscape suggests that violence may continue to escalate. Security experts warn that the ongoing turf wars and the emergence of new criminal factions will pose significant challenges for the Mexican government.

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The Rise and Fall of El Mencho: What It Means for El Chapo’s Legacy

Sophie Clarke — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:45:59 +0000

What Happened

Mexican armed forces have killed powerful drug lord Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), during an operation in Tapalpa, Jalisco. Oseguera was wounded in a clash with soldiers and died while being transported to Mexico City, as reported by the army.

Why It Matters

The CJNG has become one of Mexico’s most formidable criminal organizations, known for its extreme violence and military-style tactics. Although less internationally recognized than the Sinaloa Cartel, co-founded by Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, the CJNG has been a significant threat to both Mexican and U.S. authorities. Security experts have labeled the group a national security risk due to its advanced weaponry and aggressive operations against military forces.

What’s Next

Oseguera’s death is expected to trigger a wave of violence as rival factions within the cartel vie for control. Additionally, the ongoing crackdown on cartel leaders, including recent arrests of figures linked to El Chapo’s Sinaloa Cartel, suggests that the power dynamics in Mexico’s drug trade may continue to shift dramatically in the coming months.

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