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Former Mexican Officials On The Run After Being Accused Of Secretly Leading a Criminal Group

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum speaks during her daily press conference at Palacio Nacional in Mexico City on June 11, 2025 (Credit: Via Getty Images)

Two former Mexican officials are on the run after being accused of secretly running a criminal enterprise that dabbed in drug-trafficking, putting the Claudia Sheinbaum administration on defense as those involved are part of the ruling party.

The scandal also involves top senator Adan Augusto Lopez Hernandez, a former governor and close to former President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador. The officials on the run were also appointed by the former president, known as AMLO.

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