Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has made it clear: boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. is on the fast track to deportation. Following his arrest by U.S. immigration authorities in Los Angeles, she anticipates that Chávez will serve his prison sentence back in Mexico, facing serious charges related to drug and arms trafficking.

Sheinbaum’s unequivocal statement, “The hope is that he will be deported and serve the sentence in Mexico,” reflects a growing impatience with individuals like Chávez who evade the long arm of the law. Until now, he eluded Mexican authorities largely due to his life in the United States, but that shield is now cracked.

The 39-year-old Chávez, arrested on July 2, was apprehended while leisurely riding a scooter near his upscale residence in Los Angeles, just days after a disappointing boxing loss to social media figure Jake Paul. His arrest by ICE underscores a significant issue: an individual with a questionable legal status and dangerous connections to organized crime is no longer welcome here.

The Department of Homeland Security has unequivocally stated that Chávez overstayed a tourist visa and is linked to the notorious Sinaloa cartel. His ties to organized crime are alarming enough for authorities to label him an “egregious public safety threat.” Shockingly, a report from the previous administration revealed that he was not considered a priority for deportation, leaving him free to re-enter the country at will.

DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin hit the nail on the head, asserting, “Under President Trump, no one is above the law—including world-famous athletes.” This is not just about Chávez; it sends a resounding message to cartel affiliates in the U.S.: the days of unchecked cartel violence are over. We are reclaiming our streets from those who threaten our safety.

Chávez’s attorney, however, has dismissed the allegations as “outrageous,” portraying them as mere headlines meant to instill fear in the community. Yet it’s time for the legal system to stand firm. Chávez, who comes from a lineage of boxing legends, needs to be held accountable for his actions—whether it’s DUIs or illegal gun possession.

This situation is a stark reminder that the rule of law must prevail. It also reaffirms our commitment to public safety and our efforts to combat organized crime in all its forms. The message is simple and clear: we will not tolerate lawlessness.