Cartel

Supreme Court Sides with U.S. Gun Manufacturers in Controversial Lawsuit by Mexican Government Against Cartel Arms Trafficking Claims

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Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that a lawsuit by the Mexican government against seven American gun manufacturers cannot proceed, determining that the claims lacked sufficient evidence of wrongdoing. The case, which accused the companies of facilitating arms trafficking to Mexican cartels, has been a significant point of contention amid ongoing violence attributed to drug trafficking in Mexico. The Court’s unanimous decision centered on the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA), which shields firearm manufacturers from litigation related to the misuse of their products. Justices concluded that Mexico’s allegations … Read more

Lawyer Denies Kidnapping Claims Against El Chapo’s Son in Recent Drug Cartel Drama

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Mexico City, Mexico — The legal representative for one of Mexico’s most notorious figures, known as El Chapo, has vehemently denied recent claims that his client’s son was involved in a kidnapping of the famed drug lord. The denial surfaces amidst swirling rumors and accusations that have captivated public attention and raised questions about the dynamics within one of the world’s most infamous drug cartels. Joaquín Guzmán, better known as El Chapo, has been a central figure in the global narrative on drug trafficking and cartel violence. Currently serving a life sentence in the United … Read more

Lawyer Claims Alleged Cartel Co-Founder Was Abducted Before U.S. Arrest

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El Paso, Texas – U.S. authorities announced the arrest of two key figures linked to the notorious Sinaloa drug cartel, escalating the ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking organizations. Among those detained was Joaquin Guzman Lopez, the son of the infamous cartel leader Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, and Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, alleged co-founder of the Sinaloa cartel. The arrests, conducted in El Paso, have stirred mixed reactions, highlighting the ongoing war against drug cartels that has spanned decades. Guzman Lopez, following in the footsteps of his father, who is currently serving a life sentence in … Read more

RealPage Faces Lawsuits Alleging Rental Market Cartel Collusion: What This Means for Renters and Landlords

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DALLAS, TEXAS – Lawsuits filed against RealPage, a Texas-based company, have brought attention to the role of algorithms in the rental market. The company is being accused of facilitating a cartel among major property managers, leading to higher rents for tenants and increased profits for landlords who utilize RealPage’s software. RealPage, however, denies any wrongdoing. The lawsuits have shed light on a new facet of cartel behavior, challenging conventional understanding of the concept. By allegedly creating a system that enables collusion among property managers, RealPage stands accused of manipulating prices and limiting competition within the … Read more