Published Aug 21, 2026, 2:01 PM ET · Updated 3 months ago · 3 sources

Mexican Governor Accused by US of Cartel Ties Returns to His Job

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The Mexican governor accused by the US of conspiring with a major criminal cartel to traffic drugs is ending his leave of absence, pledging to finish out his term through next year in a move that could inflame tensions with Washington.