Questions About CIA Officers Killed in Mexico Crash, Rep. Mace Targets GOP Colleague: AM Update 4/23

April 23, 2026

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CIA Deaths in Mexico, Gas Price Fears, and a House Expulsion Push

Two CIA officers and two Mexican officials were killed in a car crash in Chihuahua, Mexico last Sunday, triggering questions about the scope of U.S. intelligence operations inside Mexico and drawing scrutiny from Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The officers had been collaborating with Mexican authorities on expanded counter-narcotics operations under the Trump administration—work that earlier this year led to the killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader El Mencho. The crash occurred after an operation targeting a drug lab described by officials as potentially one of the largest ever discovered in the region. The vehicle reportedly skidded off a mountainous road at night, fell into a ravine, and exploded.

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1 (00:32) **Episode Open and Top Stories** - Emily Jashinsky introduces the AM Update for April 23, 2026, previewing the top headlines: two CIA officers killed in a Mexico crash, rising gas prices, and a push to expel Congressman Corey Mills.
2 (02:55) **CIA Officers Killed in Mexico Crash** - A deadly car accident in Chihuahua, Mexico, kills two CIA officers and two Mexican officials, raising questions about the scope of U.S. intelligence operations in the country.
3 (05:18) **Strait of Hormuz Minesweeping Could Take Six Months** - The Washington Post reports that clearing Iranian mines from the Strait of Hormuz could take six months, potentially extending elevated gas prices, despite Pentagon pushback.
4 (07:06) **Trump Approval Drops Amid Economic and Iran Concerns** - New AP polling shows President Trump's approval rating falling to 33%, with only 30% approving of his handling of the economy and 32% on Iran.
5 (08:52) **Rep. Nancy Mace Moves to Expel Rep. Corey Mills** - Congresswoman Nancy Mace introduces a resolution to expel fellow Republican Corey Mills, citing allegations of sexual misconduct and improperly benefiting from government contracts.
6 (13:18) **DHS Counterterrorism Official Under Investigation Over "Sugar Daddy" Allegations** - The DHS inspector general is reviewing allegations that 29-year-old Deputy Assistant Secretary Julia Varvaro sought out wealthy men for luxury gifts and travel.
7 (16:29) **Episode Close** - Emily Jashinsky wraps up the update, directing listeners to the full Megyn Kelly Show on SiriusXM and YouTube.

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Nancy Mace

Show Notes

Two CIA officers killed in a fiery car crash in Mexico are now at the center of a growing investigation into the extent of U.S. intelligence operations inside the country. As fears over rising gas prices grow, officials warn it could take months to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions and mine-clearing delays. Congresswoman Nancy Mace is pushing to expel her Republican colleague Cory Mills, as an Ethics Committee investigation into multiple allegations against him continues. A senior DHS counterterrorism official is under investigation and placed on leave following a complaint alleging she sought financial support from wealthy men to sustain a luxury lifestyle.

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