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Sheinbaum denies Morena links to cartel after surrenders
Filed: May 18, 2026 at 6:05 PM ET
Summary: Mexico’s president Claudia Sheinbaum denies any links between Morena and organized crime after two former Sinaloa officials surrendered to US authorities.
WHO: Claudia Sheinbaum
WHAT: Denies any links between her Morena party and organized crime.
WHEN: May 18, 2026 at 1:06 PM ET
WHERE: Mexico
WHY: The denial follows the surrender of two former Sinaloa officials to US authorities over alleged cartel ties.
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