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Silver or Lead: How Cartels Capture Mexican Elections
Fronts Staff • July 10, 2025
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Cartel killings, corrupt mayors, and a shattered democracy—Mexico’s 2024 election was historic for more than just its first female president. Here's how bullets replaced ballots in cartel hotspots.