Derek Maltz
Derek Maltz is the Acting Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), known for his strong stance against drug trafficking and organized crime, particularly in relation to cartel activities. He recently made headlines by praising the extradition of notorious drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero, emphasizing that justice will be pursued for those involved in drug-related violence and crime.
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Derek Maltz was mentioned in relation to an interview discussing Mexico and drug trafficking.
¿Donald Trump ya se pronunció por la muerte de "El Mencho"?
Guatemala· 2026-02-25
Former Acting DEA Administrator Derek Maltz discusses the death of notorious Mexican drug lord 'El Mencho' and the subsequent surge in cartel violence.
Abbott surges Texas Rangers and elite tactical units to border as cartel violence spikes
United States· 2026-02-24
Former Acting DEA Administrator Derek Maltz discusses the death of notorious Mexican drug lord 'El Mencho' and the subsequent surge in cartel violence.
Ex-Navy SEAL demands Congress take action against 'deranged' cartel after top leader killedUnited States· 2026-02-24
Former Acting DEA Administrator Derek Maltz discusses the death of notorious Mexican drug lord 'El Mencho'.
El Mencho drug lord killed in Mexico operation amid US pressureUnited States· 2026-02-24
Derek Maltz, a former acting administrator of the DEA, described the situation as a wake-up call regarding the betrayal of Mexican cartels.
Detalii despre operațiunea care a dus la uciderea lui „El Mencho” și a provocat haos în Mexic
Romania· 2026-02-23
Former Acting DEA Administrator Derek Maltz discusses the death of notorious Mexican drug lord 'El Mencho' and the subsequent surge in cartel violence.
Dozens of Mexican troops, criminal suspects killed in cartel violenceUnited States· 2026-02-23
Derek Maltz is the acting director of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) who welcomed the first group of prisoners extradited from Mexico.
Chiến dịch bí mật dẫn độ 55 trùm ma túy Mexico sang Mỹ
Vietnam· 2025-12-06
Derek Maltz served as the head of the DEA from January to May.
Trump usa táticas da guerra contra o terror em combate ao narcotráfico da Venezuela. Vai dar certo?
Liechtenstein· 2025-11-04
Derek Maltz stated that Mencho is the most powerful drug dealer in the world.
Ο νέος «Ελ Τσάπο» κατέκλυσε τις ΗΠΑ με κοκαΐνη μέσα από τα τούνελ της Σιναλόα
Greece· 2025-09-18
Derek Maltz is quoted discussing the power of 'Mencho' in the drug trade.
Jutarnji list - Trump je krenuo u rat protiv 'droge iz pakla', ali nije računao da će se pojaviti on: 'Novi kralj upravlja iz planinskog skrovišta, najmoćniji je na svijetu'
Croatia· 2025-09-17
Former acting DEA Administrator Derek Maltz discusses President Donald Trump's strike off the Venezuelan coast.
JD Vance blasts Trump critic in cartel killings debate: 'I don't give a s---'United States· 2025-09-07
Former acting DEA chief Derek Maltz emphasized the need for a military solution against global terrorists.
REBECCA GRANT: Trump strikes Tren de Agua drug runners with new military force approachUnited States· 2025-09-06
Derek Maltz served as the acting DEA administrator and discussed the cartels' use of sophisticated technology.
Mexican drug cartel used hacker to track FBI official, then killed potential FBI informants, government audit saysUnited States· 2025-06-28
DEA Acting Administrator Derek Maltz previously said Colorado has become 'ground zero for some of the most violent criminals in America.'
GOP lawmakers rally around Trump admin for massive nightclub raid targeting illegal immigrantsUnited States· 2025-04-28
Derek Maltz, the acting administrator of the DEA, told the ABC News affiliate Denver7 last month that Colorado is 'ground zero' for violent criminals in the US.
More than 100 people detained after federal raid in Colorado Springs | Colorado
United Kingdom· 2025-04-28
DEA Acting Administrator Derek Maltz previously said Colorado has become 'ground zero for some of the most violent criminals in America.'
DEA raids Colorado Springs underground club, arrests over 100 illegal immigrantsUnited States· 2025-04-27
Derek Maltz, the acting administrator of the DEA, warned that anyone protecting 'El Porky' will face consequences.
"El Porky", en la clandestinidad con poder y dinero
Honduras· 2025-04-23
Derek Maltz, the acting head of the DEA, stated that the designation of cartels as terrorist organizations opened new tools for law enforcement.
Index - Gazdaság - Trump hadat üzen a mexikói drogkartelleknek, dróntámadásokat tervez az Egyesült Államok
Hungary· 2025-04-09
Derek Maltz stated that the command and control for TdA in the entire United States is in Colorado.
House Resolution introduced to affirm Trump's use of Alien Enemies Act to crack down on gangsUnited States· 2025-04-07
Derek Maltz, the DEA administrator, stated that the formal accusation against José Adolfo Macías Villamar represents a significant blow against violent networks flooding communities with dangerous drugs.
Fito | Ecuador: Qué se sabe del líder de Los Choneros que ha sido acusado en Estados Unidos por narcotráfico | MUNDO
Peru· 2025-04-04
Derek Maltz is the acting administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) who announced the charges against Fito.
Por qué delitos se señala a alias ‘Fito’ en Estados Unidos | Seguridad | Noticias
Ecuador· 2025-04-02
Derek Maltz said Colorado is 'ground zero for some of the most violent criminals in America.'
Blue sanctuary state operating as ‘control’ center for vicious migrant gangUnited States· 2025-03-19
Derek Maltz has spent a lifetime in US drug enforcement and has been made the interim leader of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
BBC tracks deadly fentanyl targeted by Trump tariffsUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-13
Derek Maltz, the acting administrator of the DEA, praised the extradition of Caro Quintero as a victory for the Camarena family.
Quién es Rafael Caro Quintero, el «narco de narcos» que fue extraditado a EE UU después de ser perseguido por 40 años
Venezuela· 2025-03-01
Derek Maltz stated that the moment is extremely personal for the men and women of DEA.
Mexico sends drug lord Caro Quintero and 28 others to the U.S. as officials meet with Trump team
Canada· 2025-02-28
DEA Acting Administrator Derek Maltz hailed the extradition of Caro Quintero as a victory for the Camarena family.
Notorious Mexican drug lord among 29 cartel members extradited to USUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-28