Organized Crime
Right-wing governors create peace consortium after lethal rio operation
Right-wing governors met in Rio de Janeiro on October 30, 2025, to support the police operation against Comando Vermelho that left 121 dead in the Alemão and Penha complexes. They announced the creation of the 'Peace Consortium' to integrate public security actions and criticized the federal government. São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas joined remotely and advocated classifying factions as terrorists.
Detention of Víctor Álvarez Puga in US triggers extradition process to Mexico
Víctor Manuel Álvarez Puga, husband of Inés Gómez Mont, was detained in Miami over immigration irregularities, prompting extradition efforts from Mexico for money laundering and organized crime charges. President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed the government's push for his return to face justice. A key hearing is set for November.