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Concerns Rise Over US Military Ammunition Reaching Mexican Cartels

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Recent reports indicate that ammunition designed for the U.S. military is being sold to Mexican drug cartels, raising significant security concerns. Mexican officials, including Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum, are set to engage with U.S. authorities to investigate how these military-grade munitions are crossing the border. This situation underscores the ongoing issues of arms trafficking and its implications for both countries. The potential for increased violence and crime in Mexico due to access to such weaponry is alarming for residents and officials alike.

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Claudia Sheinbaum

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