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Sinaloa governor seeks leave after US drug charges
By The BriefBrief · Sources (26)
Filed: Aug 23, 2026 at 2:05 PM ET
Summary: Sinaloa Gov. Rubén Rocha Moya sought leave just one day after returning to office, following US drug-related charges. The move came after remarks by Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum urging the country be put above personal interest.
WHO: Rubén Rocha Moya; Claudia Sheinbaum
WHAT: Rubén Rocha Moya sought leave one day after returning to office amid US drug charges.
WHEN: Aug 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Mexico
WHY: He sought leave in response to US drug charges and after remarks from President Claudia Sheinbaum about putting the nation above personal interest.
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📋 How this story developed
- Aug 23 Sinaloa governor accused by U.S. resigns again
- Aug 23 Mexican governor seeks leave amid US drug charges
- Aug 22 Sinaloa governor returns to office amid US cartel charges
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