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- Ismael Zambada García, co-founder of the Sinaloa drug cartel, was kidnapped by the son of his former partner and flown to the U.S. to face charges.
- The abduction and court appearance mark the first time Zambada García, a fugitive for nearly 50 years, has been held accountable for his crimes.
- His capture might trigger a bloody war among rival Sinaloa cartel factions and could benefit El Chapo’s sons in future plea deals.
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Ismael Zambada García, a key founder of the Sinaloa drug cartel, was kidnapped by Joaquín Guzmán López, the son of his former partner El Chapo, and transported to the U.S. to face justice. This marks the first time Zambada García, who has spent nearly 50 years evading capture, has been brought before a judge. The significant move, compounded by potential inter-cartel violence, may benefit El Chapo’s sons in future plea negotiations. Zambada García faces multiple indictments across several cities in the U.S., including El Paso, New York, and Chicago.
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