El Chapo Seeks New Trial; Sons Negotiate Plea

Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán Loera, currently serving a life sentence in the U.S., has requested a new trial, citing 'ineffective' legal representation and 'illegal' extradition. Meanwhile, his sons, Ovidio Guzmán López and Joaquín Guzmán López, are negotiating plea deals with U.S. prosecutors, which could involve cooperation against other cartel members. These negotiations occur as the brothers face narcotics trafficking charges and allegations of leading the 'Los Chapitos' faction of the Sinaloa Cartel. The plea deals might significantly impact the case against Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada, a co-founder of the cartel, who also faces charges in the U.S. Becoming cooperating witnesses could provide valuable insights into cartel operations and alleged corruption. The developments come amidst a surge of violence in Mexico due to power struggles within drug cartels.