Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum criticized García Luna's claims of victimhood as cynical, emphasizing the serious allegations against him.

Prosecutors also alleged that he attempted to undermine his conviction by bribing inmates to support false claims against government witnesses.

Genaro García Luna, Mexico's former public security chief, was sentenced in a U.S. court after being convicted of accepting bribes to assist drug traffickers.

Prosecutors asserted that he provided cartel members with sensitive intelligence on law enforcement operations, facilitated drug shipments, and sabotaged police efforts against cartels.

His actions reportedly contributed to the deaths of thousands in both Mexico and the U.S., highlighting the severe impact of his corruption.

U.S. District Judge Brian Cogan criticized García Luna for using his past law enforcement accolades as a cover for his criminal activities.

Federal prosecutors characterized him as a 'double agent' who betrayed his oath to protect the Mexican people.

While serving as the top official in the fight against drug cartels from 2006 to 2012 under President Felipe Calderón, García Luna allegedly accepted millions in bribes from the Sinaloa cartel.

The court imposed a fine of $2 million on García Luna, reflecting the severity of his crimes.

In a plea for leniency, García Luna's lawyers cited personal hardships he faced during imprisonment, including the loss of family members and damage to his reputation.

Sheinbaum remarked on the irony of García Luna's fall from grace, noting his previous accolades from U.S. agencies juxtaposed with his conviction.

The U.S. court continues to pursue narcotrafic-related trials, with significant implications for ongoing investigations into political connections within the drug trade.