organized crime

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Some members of her party have pushed Sheinbaum to sever ties with Rocha Moya and other leaders suspected of links to organized crime, lest Morena be tainted by the allegations.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

In a nation fed up with leaders seen as tolerating or colluding with organized crime, Manzo, 40, stood out.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Mexican soldiers largely avoided clashes with powerful organized crime groups, which grew in geographical reach, power and economic penetration.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

"I told President Trump that if he was willing to seriously tackle the fight against organized crime, Brazil possessed the expertise and was eager to work together," Lula said.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Brian had become a decorated sergeant detective, supervising a special unit that investigated organized crime.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls