Cartel Leader ‘El Mencho’ Was a ‘Major Threat’ to U.S. Security, Says Texas Congressman

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In a recent televised discussion on “Sunday Night in America”, U.S. Congressman Dan Crenshaw described the death of notorious cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho,” as a major security development for both the United States and Mexico.

ID Laws Debate Precedes Cartel Discussion

Host Trey Gowdy opened the segment addressing ongoing debates in the U.S. over voter ID requirements. He highlighted what he called inconsistencies in political arguments—such as requiring identification for employment or entering government buildings, but opposing ID requirements for voting.

Crenshaw echoed this sentiment, arguing that a large majority of Americans support voter ID laws and claiming that political resistance to such measures is “out of step” with public opinion.

Crenshaw Confirms Major Operation: ‘El Mencho’ Killed

The conversation shifted sharply when Crenshaw confirmed that a major joint operation in Mexico resulted in the death of El Mencho, the alleged leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

Crenshaw noted that:

• The CJNG is one of the most violent and heavily militarized cartels in Mexico.

• It is a primary producer of fentanyl, contributing heavily to the drug trade impacting U.S. communities.

• The cartel is equipped with advanced weaponry, including RPGs, drones, and specialized tactical gear.

He described the operation as “a welcome change” in Mexico’s approach to combating cartel violence.

Mexican Leadership Praised

Crenshaw praised Mexico’s Secretary of Security, Omar García Harfuch, who survived an assassination attempt in 2020 and now spearheads anti-cartel operations.

According to Crenshaw:

• There has been increased intelligence-sharing between the U.S. and Mexico.

• The recent operation reflects stronger coordination and a more aggressive stance against organized crime.

• Eliminating top cartel leaders is not enough; middle-tier operatives must also be targeted.

‘El Mencho Was a Major Threat’

Crenshaw emphasized that El Mencho had long been a top-level threat to both nations:

“He has been around that long — a major threat to our security and Mexican security.”

The congressman noted he had been calling out El Mencho by name as early as 2022 during visits to the U.S.–Mexico border.

Host Commends Crenshaw

Gowdy concluded by acknowledging Crenshaw’s long-standing efforts to expose cartel activity and thanked him for continuing to engage on the issue despite recently being hospitalized.