Sheinbaum questions US evidence against Sinaloa governor in drug trafficking case
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Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 30
Sheinbaum questions US evidence against Sinaloa governor in drug trafficking case
12 articles · Updated · The Wall Street Journal · Apr 30
Washington requested Rubén Rocha's arrest and extradition, alongside nine current and former Sinaloa officials, including a senator and Culiacán's mayor.
Sheinbaum said Mexico would act if given compelling proof, but called the case political without clear evidence and rejected any direct US role in anti-cartel operations.
The unprecedented move against a sitting Mexican governor could strain ties as Trump presses Mexico on cartels; Rocha, who denies wrongdoing, has immunity until his term ends in 2027.
The U.S. claims irrefutable proof against a Mexican governor. Will this 'nuclear option' break the cartels or U.S.-Mexico relations first?
A governor is accused, a trade deal is at risk. Is this a fight against cartels or a high-stakes political game?