Mexico insists venues are secure after cartel chaos

Name: Mexico insists venues are secure after cartel chaos
Uploaded: 2026-02-25T17:08:56Z
Description: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has issued a "guarantee" of safety for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the killing of CJNG leader "El Mencho" sparked nationwide violence. Despite local fears of a tourism drop and U.S. "shelter-in-place" advisories, FIFA and Mexican officials confirm that host cities Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey remain unchanged for the summer tournament.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has issued a "guarantee" of safety for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the killing of CJNG leader "El Mencho" sparked nationwide violence. Despite local fears of a tourism drop and U.S. "shelter-in-place" advisories, FIFA and Mexican officials confirm that host cities Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey remain unchanged for the summer tournament.

Posted February 25, 2026 12:08pm EST