Ecuadorian Drug Lord ‘Fito’ Faces U.S. Justice — Will Accountability Prevail?

On American soil, the battle against international narcotrafficking has taken a crucial turn with the extradition and first court appearance of Ecuadorian drug kingpin José Adolfo ‘Fito’ Macías, known for orchestrating vast shipments of cocaine destined for U.S. streets via the Mexican Cartel de Sinaloa. Macías, who faces seven serious charges including arms trafficking, drug smuggling, and conspiracy, stood calmly before a New York magistrate this week to declare himself not guilty. His composed demeanor sharply contrasts with the ruthless criminal empire he allegedly leads—Los Choneros—whose operations threaten both our communities at home and our national sovereignty abroad. Why Should...