The Congress of Sinaloa backed the second removal of Governor Ruben Rocha from his post. The governor confronts alleged drug trafficking charges from authorities in the United States. United States law enforcement targeted Ruben Rocha, prompting his decision to relinquish power once more following the approval by Sinaloa lawmakers.
In a separate update, Mexico resumed restricted cattle exports to the United States. Livestock trade was halted earlier because of a screwworm disruption. The resumption of restricted cattle shipments brings relief to Mexican ranchers struggling with the trade halt.