Event Brief
US Officials React to El Mencho's Killing
Filed: Feb 23, 2026 at 7:05 PM ET
Summary: The killing of El Mencho prompted praise from US officials and a cautious response from Mexico City regarding US involvement.
WHO: US Officials, Mexico City
WHAT: Response to El Mencho's killing
WHEN: Feb 23, 2026 at 6:33 PM ET
WHERE: Mexico City
WHY: To address the implications of El Mencho's killing
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