The Benny Show Mexico in Collapse: Americans HOSTAGE Warning As Cartel Rampages, Trump Demands: GET OUT NOW!
Feb 24, 2026
John Minadakis, owner of Jimmy's Famous Seafood in Baltimore, shares how a viral moment boosted his family restaurant. Chip Roy, Texas representative and GOP politician, discusses border security and legal strategies. Mike Lee, Utah senator and constitutional conservative, outlines legislative tools aimed at cartels. They talk travel risks, cartel violence at the border, stranded Americans, and proposed responses.
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Mexico Descending Into Cartel Chaos
- Benny Johnson warns Mexico is collapsing into cartel-run zones after El Mencho's killing and U.S. reported assistance.
- He cites State Department travel advisories, mass flight cancellations, and Puerto Vallarta road blockades trapping tourists.
Cartel Retaliation Could Target Americans
- Benny links the killing of cartel leader El Mencho to expected cartel retaliation targeting Americans.
- He notes 1.6 million Americans live in Mexico and ~40 million annual U.S. trips, increasing exposure.
Avoid Travel To High Risk Areas In Mexico
- Do not travel to most of Mexico now, the State Department warns of kidnapping, homicide, and terrorism risks.
- The advisory maps mark nearly the entire country red/orange/yellow and say the U.S. may be unable to assist in some areas.