Mexico Wins $2.5 Billion in García Luna Drug Trafficking Case

Mexico Celebrates García Luna Conviction, $2.5 Billion Judgment: In a significant legal victory for Mexico, a US court has convicted former Secretary of Public Security Genaro García Luna on charges of drug trafficking and money laundering. The ruling includes a nearly $2.5 billion judgment against García Luna and his wife, a sum that will be returned to Mexico. Pablo Gómez, head of Mexico's Financial Intelligence Unit (UIF), expressed satisfaction with the verdict at a press conference, stating, "This is a triumph for justice and a step towards recovering stolen funds." The UIF plans to use the recovered assets to fund public projects. This case has been closely watched by the Mexican government and the public, highlighting the ongoing fight against corruption and drug trafficking.