Mexican embassy bashes Trump ally's claims about cartel operation: 'This post is false'
The Mexican Embassy in the U.S. bashed a Trump ally on Sunday over her "false" claims about a recent operation to capture a cartel leader.
On Sunday, the Mexican army killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, "El Mencho," the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, during an operation to try and capture him, according to reports. Mexican officials said the operation was conducted with aid from U.S. intelligence officials. The operation set off "several hours of roadblocks" that included burning vehicles in Jalisco and other states, PBS News reported.
In response to the operation, Trump ally Laura Loomer posted on X that the cartel was "taking American tourists hostage at nearby highways and hotels," a claim that the Mexican Embassy called out as "false."
"This post is false," the Mexican Embassy posted on X, which included a stamp of the words "Fake News" over Loomer's post.
"The military operation in Tapalpa, Jalisco, aimed at capturing Rubén 'N,' alias 'Mencho,' was planned and executed by Mexican Special Forces," the embassy added. "The action was carried out within the framework of bilateral cooperation, with U.S. authorities providing complementary intelligence. Mexican National Guard and Army troops are currently reinforcing security in Jalisco and neighboring states to maintain order."
Loomer shot back in a separate post, arguing that the "ingrate" embassy was "clearly running cover for cartel violence."