El Chapo's Sons Negotiate Plea Deal with U.S. Government

Ovidio and Joaquín Guzmán López seek reduced sentences by cooperating with federal authorities.

Jeffrey Lichtman, the attorney for El Chapo's sons, confirmed plea negotiations during a Chicago court hearing.
Ovidio Guzmán and Joaquín Guzmán López are accused of leading the Sinaloa cartel's 'Los Chapitos' faction.
The plea deal may involve the brothers becoming cooperating witnesses against other cartel members, including Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada.
The negotiations follow the brothers' arrests and extraditions to the U.S. on charges of drug trafficking and conspiracy.
A court hearing on January 7, 2025, may finalize the plea deal discussions for the Guzmán brothers.