A former state attorney general in Mexico could stand trial on treason charges over accusations that he illegally authorized a joint field operation with the CIA without informing the federal government. The clandestine raid targeted a drug laboratory in Chihuahua in April; two CIA agents and two local officials died in a vehicle crash while returning. State district attorney César Jáuregui resigned to allow an inquiry.
WHO:A former state attorney general in Mexico
WHAT:A former state attorney general in Mexico faces possible trial on treason charges over the alleged unauthorized joint operation with the CIA.
WHEN:Reported Oct 23, 2026 at 7:07 AM ET
WHERE:Mexico
WHY:The charges stem from accusations that he illegally authorized a joint CIA field operation without informing the federal government.
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