US, Mexico target cartel money as prosecutors expand cases in West Texas - KLBK | KAMC | EverythingLubbock.com

The strategy, outlined by U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson at the CI-FIRST International Forum on Financial Crimes in Mexico City, focuses on cutting off the funds cartels use for weapons and fentanyl ingredients. Johnson stated, "We are going after what hurts the cartels the most: their money," emphasizing financial pressure on these groups. The forum included financial experts, law enforcement agencies, government authorities, and private-sector representatives from both countries, all working to disrupt cartels' ability to recruit members and rebuild illicit operations.

For folks in Lubbock and across West Texas, this expanded effort could mean a direct impact on the flow of illegal substances like fentanyl into our neighborhoods.