Son of Mexican Cartel Leader Sentenced to Life in U.S. Prison

Ruben Oseguera, known as 'El Menchito,' was convicted of drug trafficking, violence, and co-founding one of Mexico's most violent cartels.

Ruben Oseguera, son of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera, was sentenced to life plus 30 years in a U.S. federal court.
He was convicted of trafficking cocaine, methamphetamine, and fentanyl into the U.S., as well as ordering and committing acts of extreme violence.
Prosecutors described Oseguera as a co-founder and second-in-command of the cartel, responsible for its rise as one of Mexico's most violent and prolific drug organizations.
The court ordered Oseguera to forfeit over $6 billion in drug trafficking proceeds, highlighting the scale of the cartel's operations.
Critics argue that such convictions may not disrupt drug trafficking networks, as cartels often fragment and reorganize following leadership arrests.