Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ sentenced to life in US prison

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Ismael Zambada García, known as "El Mayo", was sentenced to life in prison by a US federal court.
The 76-year-old co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel admitted to sending large quantities of drugs to the US and was also ordered to pay $15 billion.
Zambada had previously pleaded guilty in 2025 in order to avoid the death penalty.
He is recognized for his involvement in numerous criminal activities, including torture and murders associated with the cartel.
The case against him took place in New York and highlights the ongoing impact of drug trafficking in the United States.

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