Guatemala Moves Swiftly to Remove Miss Universe Owner Amid Organized Crime Ties

In a striking move that underscores the ongoing challenges America faces with transnational crime, the Guatemalan government has revoked the honorary consul appointment of Raúl Rocha Cantú—known internationally as the owner of the Miss Universe franchise—amid fresh allegations tying him to organized crime. Rocha Cantú's removal from his diplomatic-like position in Toluca, Mexico, was accelerated by revelations from Mexican authorities investigating links between his business activities and criminal enterprises, including drug trafficking, illegal fuel smuggling known as 'huachicol,' and arms trafficking. These illicit operations reportedly span Guatemala and Mexico, key neighbors whose stability directly impacts U.S. national security interests. Why...