How Drug Cartel Gold Ends Up at the U.S. Mint
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The article explores how gold sourced from drug cartels makes its way to the U.S. Mint. It highlights the complex processes involved in laundering this gold and the implications for law enforcement. The piece raises questions about the effectiveness of current regulations in preventing illicit gold from entering the legitimate market.
Key facts
- ▪Gold from drug cartels is often laundered before reaching the U.S. Mint.
- ▪The process involves multiple intermediaries to obscure the gold's origins.
- ▪Regulatory measures are in place, but their effectiveness is questioned.
Original article
NYT > World News · https://www.nytimes.com/by/justin-scheck
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