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70% of Mexicans Back Operation Against Cartel Leader El Mencho

2/27/2026

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A national survey found 70% of Mexicans support the operation that killed Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes.
Following the operation, nearly half improved their opinion of President Claudia Sheinbaum.
Despite ongoing cartel violence, public sentiment toward Sheinbaum remains largely positive.
Sheinbaum discussed the operation with U.S. President Donald Trump, citing bilateral security coordination.
Critics, including Senator Lilly Téllez, say U.S. pressure motivated the operation and undermined sovereignty.

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Story summary

A national survey found 70% of Mexicans support the operation that killed Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes.
Following the operation, nearly half improved their opinion of President Claudia Sheinbaum.
Despite ongoing cartel violence, public sentiment toward Sheinbaum remains largely positive.
Sheinbaum discussed the operation with U.S. President Donald Trump, citing bilateral security coordination.
Critics, including Senator Lilly Téllez, say U.S. pressure motivated the operation and undermined sovereignty.