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Well, that’s one way to cross the border.

On Monday afternoon, May 26, 2025, the San Ysidro Port of Entry became the stage for a rare—and tense—cross-border chase.

A man driving through the Mexican side was reportedly intercepted by members of Mexico’s National Guard. Things escalated quickly. Guns were drawn. A physical scuffle broke out. And just when it looked like the man would be detained—he hit the gas and drove straight into U.S. territory.

Once across the line, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents took over. They ordered him to the ground and quickly placed him in custody.

But the scene didn’t stop there. In the heat of the moment, a Mexican National Guard officer also crossed the border, weapon in hand. U.S. agents wasted no time instructing him to return to the Mexican side, which he did—without further conflict.

The chaos led to a temporary shutdown of vehicle lanes at the port, frustrating crossers and sending social media into overdrive.

So… Why Was He Being Chased?

Good question. As of now, no official explanation has been given by Mexican authorities about what triggered the attempted arrest. No details about the man’s identity, charges, or legal status in the U.S. have been released either.

But the images—viral videos, armed confrontations, a man lying on U.S. pavement—have reignited debates about border jurisdiction, cooperation, and just how chaotic the world’s busiest land crossing can get.

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Because when the border blurs—everyone stops and watches.

This Saturday, skip the malls, ditch the couch, and head straight to where Baja creativity takes over the streets. Art Walk Rosarito is back—and it’s not just an event, it’s a full-body cultural experience.

Picture this: coastal breezes, bold colors, spontaneous music, and walls that breathe imagination. This isn’t just a walk—it’s a journey through local identity, talent, and raw creative joy.

Hosted by Benito del Águila and the Rosarito art scene, this is your chance to see what happens when artists, chefs, performers, and dreamers take over the city for a day.

In addition to the visual spectacle, visitors can enjoy live performances, poetry readings, and an enigmatic gastronomic area.

And yes, we said enigmatic. Will it be tacos? A churro? Something wrapped in banana leaves… or just bacon? Only one way to find out.

This is your invitation to support art that lives, breathes, and speaks Baja.

🖼️ Support local artists.

🎭 Taste something unexpected.

📍 Rosarito’s Art District

🕛 All day Saturday

👉 Benito’s full lineup here: Benito’s Big Weekend – Art Walk Rosarito

Because sometimes the best galleries don’t have walls. They have life.

His Wife? $1.7 Billion.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your credit card bill, just imagine owing $250 million dollars. Now imagine your spouse owes $1.7 billion more. That’s not a typo. That’s the real, court-ordered debt now tied to Genaro García Luna, former Mexican security czar, and his wife Linda Cristina Pereira.

The sentence came down in a Florida civil court, not as a couple, but as two individually corrupt players. Apparently, crime doesn’t just pay—it pays so much, you can lose track of a billion or two.

According to Pablo Gómez, chief of Mexico’s Financial Intelligence Unit (known by its Spanish acronym, UIF), this power duo didn’t just steal from the people—they cleaned it through the U.S. and somehow sent it back to Mexico. The details remain vague, but the consequences are loud and clear.

At today’s morning press conference (yep, Friday, May 23, 2025), officials confirmed the ruling. And for once, the math doesn’t lie: theft at this scale finally comes with a receipt.

Of course, some say this is political theater, sparked by the 2018 power shift. But others note that even within Morena, not everything is squeaky clean. Just take a look at our recent report on visa revocations among top Mexican politicians.

Still, for today, justice made a little noise—and it came with a dollar sign.

The criminal trial in Mexico is still pending, with multiple arrest warrants open and active investigations underway. So while Florida handled the civil side, Mexico’s own courts are warming up.

Whether this marks real change or just a PR win, one thing is clear:

corruption isn’t hiding as well as it used to.

Not all thieves wear ski masks. Some wear suits, hand out contracts, and smile for the camera—until the system finally snaps back.

Blacklist or Power Move? The U.S. Tightens the Visa Grip on Mexican Officials

Something’s shifting between Mexico and the U.S.—and it’s not the tectonic plates.

Lately, a growing number of Mexican politicians have had their U.S. visas revoked. There were no big press releases. No formal charges. Just quiet denials, awkward press conferences, and canceled trips.

Who’s on the List?

That part’s still murky. Depending on who you ask, there are either 35 or 44 names. What’s more, those names aren’t small. Reports from ProPublica, El Universal, and the Diario de Yucatán point to governors, mayors, lawmakers, and even military officers.

The alleged reasons vary. Some involve organized crime links. Others mention fuel smuggling—a.k.a. huachicol fiscal.

Here are just a few of the names making the rounds:

• Marina del Pilar Ávila, Baja California governor
• Américo Villarreal, Tamaulipas governor
• Alfonso Durazo, Sonora governor
• Samuel García, Nuevo León governor
• Layda Sansores, Campeche governor
• Mario Delgado, federal Education Secretary
• Ricardo Monreal and Adán Augusto López, Morena power players
• Several mayors from Tamaulipas and Chihuahua
• At least four high-ranking generals
• And even Manuel Bartlett, still in the headlines somehow

Map of suspicion: U.S. visa revocations ripple through Mexican politics, with 44 names rumored and Uncle Sam keeping the list sealed.

So… Are These Claims True?

That depends who you ask. Some governments, like Tamaulipas, first called the visa reports “fake news.” Later, they downgraded the statement to “unconfirmed.”

Others went the quiet route. Alberto Granados, mayor of Matamoros, reportedly had his visa yanked while trying to cross into Brownsville. He denied it. But the story didn’t go away.

Marina del Pilar simply said, “It’s not a requirement to govern.” She’s right. But being on a U.S. blacklist doesn’t exactly boost your image either.

What’s Washington Doing?

Apparently, a lot—without saying much.

According to a U.S. official quoted by journalist Tim Golden, canceling visas sends a message. It shows the U.S. is no longer looking the other way.

Instead of courtrooms and criminal cases, Washington is using its travel system as a pressure valve. No charges, no trials—just a silent pushback.

This quiet strategy lets the U.S. act without sparking a full-blown diplomatic firestorm. For now, it’s working.

Why This Matters

Even if there are no indictments, the consequences are real. A revoked visa can hurt relationships, business, and international credibility.

It also raises bigger questions. If the U.S. is willing to act alone, what comes next? Will there be sanctions? Will the public ever see the full list?

More importantly: how will the Mexican government respond if the quiet list keeps growing?

One thing is certain—this isn’t just about travel. It’s about power, politics, and pressure.

And for many Mexican politicians, the message seems clear: stay clean—or stay home.

If you’re wondering whether this is the start of something bigger, the answer might be: yes, and it’s already happening.