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Sinaloa governor returns to office amid US cartel charges

Mexico’s Sinaloa governor, Rubén Rocha Moya, returned to office despite US criminal charges. The Trump administration has accused him of partnering with a cartel.
WHO: Rubén Rocha Moya
WHAT: Rubén Rocha Moya returned to office as the US accused him of partnering with a cartel.
WHEN: Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 5:38 PM ET
WHERE: Sinaloa, Mexico
WHY: The return follows US criminal charges accusing him of partnering with a cartel.
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