One of the sons of Mexican drug king Penel Chapo is taking a plea deal in a major US drug trafficking case. In a federal court in Chicago yesterday, Waqin Guzman Lopez pleaded guilty to two counts of drug trafficking and continuing a criminal enterprise. He admitted to overseeing the transport of tens of thousands of kilos of drugs into the US through underground tunnels.Comes months after his brother also entered into a plea deal. The pair is accused of running a faction of the Sinaloa cartel once led by t ...

Overview of the Operation - Law enforcement, through Operation Royal Flush, conducted an evidence-driven and unified effort [1] - The operation involved the alleged participation of three Lacosa Nosra crime families, one NBA head coach, a Hall of Famer, and former NBA players [1] Investigation and Discovery - HSI New York and the Waterfront Commission uncovered the scheme over four years ago [2] - The investigation involved identifying a criminal network, dissecting communications, and following the money [2] - The criminal enterprise utilized cutting-edge technology and various methods of deception [2] Financial Impact and Scope - Victims were allegedly cheated out of at least $7 million [3] - The conspiracy involved global reach and complex financial criminal enterprises [3] Legal Action - Dozens of defendants were arrested across nine states [3] - The defendants will face consequences for their alleged crimes [3]

Epstein Case Developments - Bloomberg obtained 18,000 leaked emails from Epstein's personal Yahoo account, shedding new light on his predatory tactics [1] - The emails reinforce Jlane Maxwell's significant role in Epstein's criminal activities [2] - Maxwell advised Epstein on his 2008 plea deal, discussing legal options like "Lewd and Lascivious conduct" versus "procuring minors for prostitution" [3][4] - Emails show Maxwell's involvement in managing Epstein's affairs, including finances and relationships with victims [5][10][11] Key Individuals and Connections - Trump's name appears in three minor instances within the emails, with one email noting Porters may have interviewed Trump about Epstein's case in 2007 [6] - An accountant spreadsheet tracked nearly $2 million in spending, including gifts and cash payments to victims and public figures [11] - A $11,000 Rolex watch was allegedly intended for Tom Bareric, now the ambassador to Turkey, who denies receiving it [12] Business and Wealth - The source of Epstein's wealth remains an unanswered question, with ongoing reporting into the matter [17] - Emails reveal an intense lobbying campaign behind the scenes [17] Victims and Abuse - Emails discussed the recruitment, grooming, and manipulation of young women, including minors, and strategies to discredit accusers [7] - Epstein survivors are creating a list of abusers and are committed to seeking accountability [8] - Emails reveal Epstein's emotional abuse and manipulation of women who worked for him [20]

They steal your iPhone so they can trade it back to you. For a mango.Inside the criminal enterprise that's run by monkeys. https://t.co/pgJO5kgRNp ...