Cartels vs. America: Fentanyl's 2 Front Attack, and the Rise of CJNG

Cartel-journalist Katarina Szulc unravels the dark realities of cartel influence, exploring the rise of the Sinaloa and Jalisco New Generation Cartels (CJNG), their brutal tactics, and their impact on fentanyl production, trafficking, and human smuggling. She examines the political connections enabling cartel operations, the unexpected role of Canada in drug trafficking, and the economic stranglehold cartels maintain on industries like avocados. Szulc also discusses the implications of U.S. policies, including FTO designations and deportations, and their potential to escalate violence in Mexico and into the United States.

Find Her Here: linktr.ee/katarinaszulc

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Context of the Conversation
11:02 The Sinaloa Cartel: Factions and Leadership Dynamics
19:00 Political Implications of Cartel Activities
25:08 Fentanyl Production and Distribution: A Deep Dive
38:04 The Role of Canada in Fentanyl Trafficking
39:58 The Rise of CJNG and Its Impact
47:02 Human Trafficking and the Dark Side of Cartels
55:47 The Consequences of Deportation and Violence
01:01:16 Life in Cartel-Ridden Regions
01:11:07 Political Implications and Corruption
01:14:44 Political Solutions and Cartel Influence
01:15:41 Concerns from the Mexican Government
01:17:38 Implications of the FTO Act
01:18:09 Potential Conflict and Cartel Responses
01:19:36 Tactics of Cartels in the U.S.
01:23:35 Military Organization of Cartels
01:26:17 Cartel Operations in Mexico vs. the U.S.
01:30:24 Safety Precautions for Americans
01:33:12 Cartel Tactics and Military Equipment
01:35:08 Economic Impact of Cartel Activities
01:37:08 Avocado Trade and Cartel Control
01:42:01 Human Trafficking and Major Events
01:44:25 Women in Organized Crime
01:51:32 The Psychology of Crime and Gender Dynamics
01:58:33 The Reality of Organized Crime
02:01:45 A Calling for Journalism
02:09:08 Integrity in Reporting

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