Claudia Sheinbaum, the head of government of Mexico City, stated during a press conference on February 23 that she was informed in real-time by the Security Cabinet about the military operation aimed at capturing Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho'. While she was on a work tour in Coahuila, the Mexican Army was executing the operation in Tepalpa, Jalisco, and she received an early morning call from the Secretary of Defense to update her on the situation.

In the aftermath of the operation report, Sheinbaum directed the Security Cabinet to establish a command center to manage the situation. This command center was in line with coordination efforts among governors from the 20 states affected by narcoblocking activities. She emphasized that the response teams were vigilant in countering misinformation, notably debunking false reports that the Guadalajara Airport had been compromised by the operations related to 'El Mencho'.

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges that the Mexican government faces concerning drug-related violence and the importance of communication among governmental levels. The quick response to misinformation indicates a strong effort to maintain public trust and stability in the midst of operations targeting major figures in organized crime, illustrating the government's commitment to addressing drug trafficking issues in Mexico.