SRE reports 269 extradition requests to the US; 36 rejected

269 ​​extradition requests to the United States; 36 denied, 233 in process.

The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE), Roberto Velasco Álvarez, reported that between January 1, 2018 and May 13, 2026, the federal government has presented 269 requests for the extradition and provisional detention of people to the United States. Of that total, 36 were denied and 233 remain unfinished.

Formal requests and provisional arrests

Of the pending group, 183 correspond to formal extradition requests pending before judicial authorities. The other 50 are requests for provisional arrest for extradition purposes.

“In 47 of the 50 requests for provisional detention, the United States government has asked us to present additional information. It is a common practice between both countries, not something outside the Treaty,” Velasco explained during the morning conference on May 19.

The official mentioned specific cases. Francisco Javier “N”, accused of illicit use of powers and organized crime, was requested on August 8, 2025. The US requested more information and the extradition has not yet been finalized.

RelatedTen Mexicans die in ICE custody in the United States

Víctor Manuel “N”, accused of embezzlement in the Ministry of the Interior and invoices, received a denial on December 4, 2025 because it was considered not a violent crime. Velasco clarified that it is normal for a provisional arrest to be rejected and a formal request is required.

He also referred to Rafael “N” and Elías “N”, linked to the Infonavit case and requested on October 1, 2025 for organized crime. The US requested a formal request as it was not a violent crime nor did it represent a risk to society.

Reciprocity and pending cases

Regarding José Ulises “N”, related to the Ayotzinapa case, and Pablo “N”, the United States also requested additional information.

“Each country analyzes each request according to its legislation. There is no legal loophole as some people have suggested,” Velasco said.

President Claudia Sheinbaum highlighted that of the 269 requirements, none has resulted in effective delivery. “There are very serious cases for Mexico: bill collectors, former governors accused of organized crime, Ayotzinapa. None of them have been handed over,” he stated. Sheinbaum insisted on the need for reciprocity on the part of the United States.

AICM taxi drivers refuse to apply discounts agreed for the World Cup

Three AICM taxi drivers groups refuse to apply discounts of up to 18% during the World Cup.

Three groups of taxi drivers that operate at the Mexico City International Airport (AICM) refused to apply discounts of up to 18% on their rates during the World Cup. The measure contradicts previous agreements announced by airport authorities and part of the union.

The companies Nueva Imagen, Porto Taxi and Sitio 300 issued a statement to clarify their position. They argued that they have no contractual relationship with the Grupo Aeroportuario Marina (GAM), the entity that promoted the benefits for airport users.

According to permit holders, the announced discounts do not represent a direct reduction in rates. They are, they say, adjustments derived from compensation for improper charges and administrative processes for maintenance work at the AICM.

They demand transparency

The taxi drivers asked the AICM authorities to make public the documents that support these measures. They also called on the GAM to make transparent the minutes and contracts where the application of discounts had been agreed upon. They questioned the legal validity of the obligations attributed to them.

The refusal could affect users who expected more affordable rates during the sporting event. Until now, there is no certainty about the real cost of service at the AICM during the World Cup.

Continue reading

Morena opens the door to a coalition with the PVEM in San Luis Potosí

Morena conditions alliance on PVEM ruling out Ruth González for the governorship.

Morena-PVEM Coalition for 2027?

The state leadership of Morena in San Luis Potosí left open the possibility of an alliance with the Green Ecologist Party (PVEM) for the local elections of 2027. The condition: that the PVEM present a different profile from that of Senator Ruth González.

Rita Ozalia Rodríguez Velázquez, state president of Morena, explained that if the PVEM discards Ruth González—wife of Governor Ricardo Gallardo—the green party could lead the coalition, which would also integrate the Labor Party (PT).

The leader clarified that the relationship with the PVEM at the local level does not face a conflict, although she admitted that there is no direct communication between both state leaders. Decisions about alliances, he said, are made by national leaders.

The possible agreement arises in the midst of the debate about nepotism, after Ruth González’s intention to succeed her husband in the state government was questioned. Morena looks for profiles that avoid that controversy.

Rodríguez Velázquez stressed that there is coordination between the party leadership to define the electoral strategy. For now, the panorama in San Luis Potosí remains open.

Continue reading

Morena accuses INE advisors of being ‘ill-wishers’

The Morena leader accuses INE advisors of being 'ill-wishers' and defends her affiliation system.

Morena questions the impartiality of the INE

The national leader of Morena, Ariadna Montiel Reyes, pointed out that within the INE there are advisors with critical positions towards her party. He described them as “Morena haters” during a press conference where he addressed recent resolutions on duplicate affiliations.

Montiel affirmed that his party abides by the determinations of the Electoral Court. The authority ordered the elimination of more than 93 thousand affiliate records and leave under review about 19 thousand cases that the INE must verify.

The leader demanded that the institute adhere to the resolutions of the General Council and not to individual opinions. He accused that there are figures close to past electoral administrations who maintain a critical stance towards the movement.

Regarding the affiliation system, Montiel defended that Morena’s application is efficient. He assured that it surpasses that of the INE in functionality, since it allows duplications in the records to be detected.

He also proposed that the INE should have real-time verification mechanisms to cross-check affiliation data. However, he acknowledged that there are different processes between parties and the electoral authority.

Continue reading