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Senator Warns Spring Breakers: Mexico Trip Risks Rise

2/25/2026

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Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) advised spring breakers to cancel trips to Mexico after the killing of cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho."
Mullin expressed concern about the situation during a CNBC interview.
After El Mencho's death, cartel members protested violently.
The Mexican Embassy said security has stabilized, transit corridors have reopened, and the U.S. State Department's travel advisory for Mexico remains active.

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Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) advised spring breakers to cancel trips to Mexico after the killing of cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho."
Mullin expressed concern about the situation during a CNBC interview.
After El Mencho's death, cartel members protested violently.
The Mexican Embassy said security has stabilized, transit corridors have reopened, and the U.S. State Department's travel advisory for Mexico remains active.