Mexican Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr Deported From US Over Cartel Allegations

Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr., son of the legendary Julio César Chávez, was deported from the United States to Mexico after being arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in July for overstaying his visa and allegedly providing fraudulent information on a permanent residency application. He faces serious charges in Mexico related to organized crime, arms trafficking, and drug trafficking, with authorities linking him to the Sinaloa Cartel, a group designated as a terrorist organization by the U.S. government. Mexican prosecutors issued an arrest warrant in 2023 stemming from a 2019 investigation, and after his deportation, Chávez Jr. was transferred to a prison in Sonora, Mexico. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed his deportation but was uncertain of the exact arrival time, emphasizing that Mexican authorities had awaited his return due to his criminal charges. Chávez Jr.'s lawyer has called the allegations outrageous and claims his client is not a threat to the community, while his father has defended him, acknowledging his son's connections without admitting criminality. The boxer has a history of legal troubles, including previous convictions in the U.S., and his career has been marred by drug addiction and disciplinary issues.