INSIDE the Collapse: Trump’s War on Cartels Enters War Phase—Mayo Zambada’s Deal Detonates Sinaloa
August 25, 2025
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as posted by the channelOn this week’s episode, Vince talks with Stefano Ritondale, a military intelligence veteran and journalist behind @AllSourceNews, about the changing landscape of organized crime. The episode covers the fragmentation of the Sinaloa cartel, the impact of Mayo Zambada’s upcoming plea deal, and what it could reveal about political corruption in Mexico and the United States.
Stefano also explains how cartels are using AI and drones, drawing comparisons to tactics seen in Ukraine, and discusses the growing role of Brazilian gangs in the global drug trade. The conversation explores how these developments affect U.S.–Mexico relations and international security.
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