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10/13/2026 · Mason County

US Sanctions Target Sinaloa Cartel in Baja California

The United States announced sanctions against 21 individuals and 25 entities reportedly linked to the Sinaloa Cartel. These actions target cartel leader Ismael Zambada Sicairos and others accused of enabling cartel operations along the U.S.-Mexico border.

09/30/2026

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U.S. Imposes Visa Restrictions on 32 Individuals Linked to Cybercrime

The U.S. Department of State announced visa restrictions on 32 individuals today. These individuals are associated with cybercrime and cyber-enabled fraud, including affiliations with the Prince Group, a transnational criminal organization.

09/28/2026

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U.S. Sanctions Xinbi Guarantee Over Alleged Support for Cyber Scam Operations

The United States sanctioned Xinbi Guarantee, a Chinese-language platform, along with two supporting entities. Authorities allege the platform supports cyber scam operations targeting American citizens. The Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control implemented the sanctions.

09/27/2026

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US Targets CJNG Leadership with Expanded Rewards, Visa Restrictions

The U.S. State Department announced rewards totaling up to $102 million for information leading to the arrest or conviction of eight leaders and associates of the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG). The department also imposed visa restrictions on 65 individuals linked to the organization.

09/23/2026

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U.S. Sanctions Over 50 Individuals, Entities Tied to Mexican Drug Cartel

The United States announced sanctions against more than 50 individuals and entities connected to the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG). The measures aim to disrupt the group's operations across several Mexican states. Officials specifically identified Juan Carlos González, also known as 'Pelón,' as the new leader of the CJNG.

07/31/2026

Crime

U.S. Designates Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as Terrorist Organizations

The U.S. Department of State has designated the Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists. This move aims to disrupt their funding and operations by blocking access to the U.S. financial system.

07/26/2026

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