Sheinbaum denies Morena links to cartel after surrenders
By The BriefBrief
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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