Guillermo Galván Galván

Guillermo Galván Galván served as Mexico's Secretary of National Defense (Sedena) during a tumultuous period marked by escalating drug violence and the militarization of the country's fight against organized crime. He was involved in significant military decisions and faced controversies, including allegations of political intrigue within the security cabinet that led to the retirement of General Tomás Ángeles Dauahare. His tenure coincided with the presidency of Felipe Calderón, during which he witnessed the complexities of military and police interactions with drug cartels. Following a brief retirement, he returned to government service in 2019 to assist in matters related to the controversial figure Genaro García Luna.