Watch ‘El Chapo’ Sneak Out of His Cell
Mexican authorities have released the jail house video of infamous drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman Loera as he is seen preparing his escape.
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Two Mexicans Nationals Sentenced in Armed Kidnapping on Texas Border
Two aliens from Mexico and a Texas border man have been sentenced to more than 21 years in federal prison for their role in the kidnapping and ransoming at gunpoint of four illegal immigrants.
Illegal Alien, Convicted Cartel Kidnapper Charged in Texas Double Execution
A previously convicted cartel kidnapper and illegal alien has been charged in connection with a double execution in Texas tied to a cartel-affiliated, human-smuggling organization.
Texas Border Judge Arrested on Bribery and Drug Charges
In yet another public corruption scandal on the Texas border, a judge in this city has been arrested on bribery and drug charges. “You’re going to leave me without my Christmas money,” the judge allegedly told investigators.
Mexican Authorities Cast Doubt on Pictures of El Chapo
The veracity of two photographs, initially published by El Blog De Narco, has been questioned by various individuals on both sides of the border. The photos, allegedly of Joaquin Guzman Loera, more commonly known as “El Chapo,” have been aggregated by countless news organizations. They appear to show a mustached man who some claim to be Guzman riding in an airplane or drinking a beer.
US Authorities Knew ‘El Chapo’ was Planning Escape
Since 2014, U.S. federal agents learned of various plots by Mexico’s most famous drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman and his people to bust out of prison. The U.S. government shared that information with Mexico yet the capo still managed to escape.
‘We Mexicans Should Build a Monument for El Chapo,’ says Mexican Bishop
In the aftermath of the escape of famed capo Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman Leora, a Mexican bishop has made headlines by arguing for a statue built in honor of the drug lord.
Does Mexico Fear the Extradition of ‘El Chapo’ and Corrupt Governors?
As the world continues to be in awe at the apparent escape by Mexico’s most famous drug trafficker, “El Chapo,” public opinion continues to castigate the Mexican government’s inability to extradite top capos or corrupt officials.
Why Claims of a ‘Safe Border’ are Wrong and Deceptive
MCALLEN, Texas — As border security and illegal immigration continue to be at the forefront of the national debate, one of the main arguments continually thrown out by politicians is the erroneous idea that border cities are safe.
Mexican Drug Lord ‘El Chapo’ Escapes Prison — Again
The world’s most famous drug lord has managed to escape from a maximum security prison in Mexico for a second time. Mexico’s National Security Commission confirmed that on Saturday night Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman Loera had escaped the maximum security prison known as Altiplano.
Two Texas Border Churches Set on Fire, Authorities Suspect Arson
Two churches in a rural community near the Texas border were intentionally set on fire almost simultaneously. Investigators of the crime are puzzled about the motive for the fires.
Warning Graphic: Gulf Cartel Hitmen Murder Entire Family Near Texas Border
A group of Gulf Cartel gunmen murdered a grandmother, her son, and her three grandchildren—one of them only 10-years-old—in the latest chapter of inhuman horror taking place just south of the Texas border.
Cartel Road Spikes Legalized by Mexican Supreme Court
Mexico’s Supreme Court has struck down a law passed in the border state of Tamaulipas that banned the use of road spikes, a tactic commonly used by drug cartels to avoid capture.
Federal Judge Angered by Obama Administration’s Continuous Disregard in Executive Amnesty Suit
A federal judge in Texas expressed his frustration at the federal government and has ordered President Barack Obama, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson, and other figures in the administration in his courtroom at the next hearing to answer for having violated his orders. They face a possible contempt of court charge.
Questionable Taxpayer Paid Trips by Officials Common Near Texas Border
Two council members, the wife of one of them, and the municipal judge from the border city of Hidalgo traveled to Brazil at the tune of almost $18,000 using public funds.
Laid Off Oil Worker Turns to Human Smuggling, Court Records Say
The rough patch that the Texas oil industry currently endures apparently encouraged a former oil worker to take up human smuggling to make quick money. That is what he allegedly told federal agents that after his arrest, according to court records.
Texas DPS Catches Drug Smuggler with 46 Kilos of Cocaine on Border
Texas authorities caught an alleged drug trafficker who they say was on his way to smuggle more than 45 kilograms of cocaine from the Texas border to a northern city.
Gunmen with AK-47s Rob Underground Texas Border Casino
Gunmen carrying AK-47s stormed an underground casino near the Texas border firing several shots to scare patrons and managed to get away with cash from the establishment.
Los Zetas Gunmen Shoot at Mexican Military Chopper near Border; Mexican Marines Kill 6 Zetas
Mexican marines killed six gunmen from Los Zetas cartel who tried to shoot down a military helicopter near the border city of Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas.
Mexicans Resort to Humor over Trump’s Comments
The series of now infamous comments made by presidential hopeful Donald Trump continue to spark outrage among the Hispanic community in the U.S.. In Mexico, rather than hold protests and publicly denounce him, the public has resorted to humor.
Mexican Authorities Seize More Clandestine Cartel Radio Antennas Near Texas Border
Mexican authorities continue to find clandestine radio antennas used by Gulf Cartel members to establish their communication network.
Aliens and Onions at the Border
Federal agents arrested a group of 11 illegal immigrants who had been hiding inside a truck carrying a shipment of onions.
Two Gulf Cartel Bosses Sent to US Prisons, Both Worked Out Plea Deals
Two high-ranking members within the Gulf Cartel caught in the United States received lengthy prison sentences following plea deals with American prosecutors.
Shocker: Mexican Court Orders Release of Cartel Boss
A Mexican federal judge ordered the release of a suspected cartel boss who has a history of getting arrested and released by authorities. As he was leaving the courthouse, authorities arrested him again.
Texas Border School Board Goes to Vegas for Hillary Event, Member Gets Married
The school board in this border city surrounded in a cloud of corruption spent taxpayer money on a trip to Las Vegas, where a board member got married and the group of officials attended an event where Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton spoke.
