NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 22, 2026Miami-Dade
Rubén Rocha Moya resumes duties as Governor of Sinaloa following temporary leave
Rubén Rocha Moya has returned to his position as Governor of Sinaloa after taking a temporary leave of absence in May. His return follows a request from the New York Prosecutor's Office for his arrest and extradition related to alleged drug trafficking charges.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – EspañolWhy It Matters
The return of a state governor facing international requests for alleged criminal activity creates significant political instability and legal uncertainty for the governance of Sinaloa.
Key Facts
- Rubén Rocha Moya officially resumed his duties as Governor of Sinaloa on Friday.
- Rocha Moya had taken a temporary leave of absence starting in May.
- The leave was prompted by a request from the New York Prosecutor's Office for his arrest and extradition.
- The extradition request is linked to an ongoing process regarding alleged drug trafficking.
- Members of the Morena party have publicly requested that Rocha Moya reconsider his decision to return to office.
Who's Mentioned
locationNew York“Location of the U.S. Prosecutor's office handling the case.”locationSinaloa“Mexican state currently experiencing cartel violence.”organizationMorena“Ruling political party in Mexico.”personJorge Álvarez Máynez“Leader of the Movimiento Ciudadano party.”personClaudia Sheinbaum“President of Mexico.”personGerardo Mérida Sánchez“Former Secretary of Security of Sinaloa.”organizationFiscalía de Nueva York“Requested the arrest and extradition of the governor.”personJoaquín Guzmán López“Son of 'El Chapo' accused of kidnapping Zambada.”personIsmael 'El Mayo' Zambada“Capo of the Sinaloa Cartel detained in the U.S.”personRubén Rocha Moya“Governor of Sinaloa who resumed his post.”