Reinventing the Cartel: Fentanyl and Beyond

This chapter examines the Justice Department's action against the Sinaloa Cartel, focusing on the involvement of El Chapo's sons in fentanyl trafficking and money laundering. It emphasizes the evolution of Mexican drug cartels into complex criminal organizations engaging in a variety of illicit activities, including human smuggling and extortion, while highlighting the changing landscape of their operations. The chapter ultimately calls for a comprehensive approach to address corruption and improve security measures to mitigate the extensive impact of these criminal networks on local communities.