Former Sinaloa Cartel Enforcer "El Nini" Extradited, Faces Charges in U.S. for Murdering DEA Informant
Navy veteran Jay Furman won the Republican nomination to challenge Democratic U.S. Representative Henry Cuellar for Texas' 28th Congressional District. Cuellar, currently faces federal charges
Former Sinaloa Cartel Enforcer "El Nini" Extradited, Faces Charges in U.S. for Murdering DEA Informant
Carlos Álvarez Acevedo, Zeta magazine.- Néstor Isidro Pérez Salas, also known as "El Nini," a reputed former chief enforcer for the "Los Chapitos" faction of the Sinaloa Cartel, has been extradited from Mexico to face multiple charges in the United States, including drug trafficking, murder, and money laundering. Among the accusations detailed by the U.S. Department of Justice, "El Nini" is charged with the murder of DEA informant Alexander Meza León and several others in October 2023. His trial will address these allegations, spotlighting his reported role in significant cartel violence and operations extending into the U.S., with proceedings set to continue in the Southern District of New York.
Five Supporters of MC Injured in Armed Attack in Tamaulipas; Mayoral Candidate Unharmed
Carlos Álvarez Acevedo, Zeta magazine.- In Tamaulipas, an armed attack targeting supporters of Pedro Salazar Rodríguez, a mayoral candidate for Movimiento Ciudadano (MC), left five people injured. The incident occurred on May 27, 2024, on the Victoria-Matamoros highway near Jiménez. According to the Tamaulipas Security Spokesperson's Office, the attackers, traveling in a van, opened fire on the group. While Salazar Rodríguez was unharmed, one of his bodyguards and four campaign team members sustained injuries. The attack comes just hours before the candidate's scheduled campaign closing event, heightening regional tensions.
Navy Veteran Jay Furman to Challenge Indicted Rep. Henry Cuellar in South Texas Race
Matthew Choi and Robert Downen, The Texas Tribune.- Navy veteran Jay Furman has won the Republican nomination to challenge Democratic U.S. Representative Henry Cuellar for Texas' 28th Congressional District. Currently facing bribery, money laundering, and illegal foreign lobbying charges, Cuellar has made this race a focal point of national attention. Furman, emphasizing border security and anti-corruption, captured over 65% of the vote in the Republican primary runoff against Lazaro Garza. Despite a significant fundraising disadvantage, Furman remains optimistic about his grassroots campaign's potential against Cuellar, who, despite the charges, continues his reelection bid, asserting his innocence and dedication to serving South Texas.
Mayor Whitmire's Comments on Gulfton's Transit Needs Spark Community Backlash
“They’re largely undocumented immigrants. They just want basic services. They don’t want to be part of the Galleria,” Whitmire said. “You think they’re going to be welcome in the Galleria?”
Kennedy Sessions, Houston Chronicle.- Houston Mayor John Whitmire's recent remarks questioning the need for enhanced bus service from Gulfton to the Galleria area, citing the undocumented status of many residents, have ignited controversy. Advocates argue that residents of Gulfton, like others in Houston, require reliable public transportation for work and shopping, including to areas like the Galleria. Despite the Metropolitan Transit Authority's plans to improve local services, there is no commitment to a rapid transit line yet. Community leaders and transportation advocates are pushing back, emphasizing the importance of inclusive transit solutions that reflect the needs of all city residents.