Ismael ‘El Mayo’ Zambada, co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel, has pleaded guilty to multiple drug trafficking charges in a U.S. court, potentially facing life in prison. His guilty plea marks a significant development in the ongoing efforts to combat drug cartels, with experts suggesting that this may lead to increased cooperation between the U.S. and Mexico in tackling cartel-related issues. Zambada has agreed to forfeit $15 billion, although the recovery of these funds is expected to be difficult. Mexican officials have urged that any recovered assets be used to aid the country’s poor population, emphasizing the need for justice amidst the widespread corruption linked to drug trafficking in Mexico.