Navigating the Cartel-State Nexus

This chapter analyzes the intricate relationship between the Mexican government and drug cartels, particularly focusing on recent strategies to manage trafficking and fentanyl at the U.S.-Mexico border. It highlights the current administration's ideological commitments, its self-identified role in Mexico's historical transformations, and the potential consequences for U.S.-Mexico relations. By examining the political landscape and the influence of cartels, the discussion emphasizes the need for a nuanced understanding of governance, corruption, and organized crime.