Narco Money Scandals Reach the Apex of Political Power in the Americas

The year 2024 included some stark reminders that drug trafficking money can reach the highest levels of politics. From Honduras to Mexico to Colombia, allegations of narco-political contributions shook the foundations of power and disrupted international relations. This article, read by the author, chronicles these dramatic cases. It formed part of the 2024 GameChangers series, which recounts the year's most important trends in organized crime in the Americas. January 03, 2025 | Written and narrated by Steven Dudley GameChangers 2024: Narco Money Scandals Reach the Apex of Political Power in the Americas Visit insightcrime.org for more