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#7 Ed Calderon Drug Cartel / Narcos Expert
Shawn Ryan Show
Mexican Cartels: From Marijuana to Fentanyl
The chapter explores the evolution of Mexican cartels from cultivating marijuana to producing heroin and fentanyl, driven by factors like marijuana legalization in some US states. It sheds light on the strategic shift towards potent drugs like fentanyl, discussing the intertwining dynamics of drug trafficking, opiate trade, and the influence of groups like the Taliban and al-Qaeda. Additionally, it highlights the emergence of Cartel de Jalisco de Neuhenezion as a significant player, their militaristic approach, and hints at American military involvement in the region.
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