Rep. Dan Crenshaw, a former Navy SEAL, has called for increased support from Congress for collaborative efforts between the U.S. and Mexico to tackle drug cartels, particularly in light of the death of El Mencho, leader of the violent Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). Crenshaw emphasized that this moment presents an opportunity to refocus U.S. efforts on CJNG, which he characterizes as more dangerous than the Sinaloa Cartel, owing to its brutal tactics.

In a recent post on social media, Crenshaw drew parallels between CJNG's operations and the extremism exhibited by groups like ISIS, rather than traditional organized crime. He argued that the recapturing of attention towards CJNG is not only justified but essential given their substantial role in the trafficking of fentanyl, underscoring the dire implications for public health and safety in both the U.S. and Mexico.

Crenshaw highlighted his legislative efforts aimed at strengthening military capabilities and incentivizing collaborative measures against these cartels. As he fortifies the argument for a united front in combating this threat, the emerging situation also invites broader discussions about national security and the effectiveness of existing policies in addressing the escalating violence and drug-related crimes stemming from the powerful cartels operating in Mexico.