What is the mission and its primary way of doing business for the ms-13?

The mission of MS-13 (Mara Salvatrucha) is to establish control over territories and engage in criminal enterprises, primarily for financial gain and power. The gang's primary methods include drug trafficking, extortion, human trafficking, and violent crimes. It operates through a network of local cells, often leveraging fear and intimidation to maintain control and loyalty within communities. MS-13 also seeks to protect and promote the interests of its members, often rooted in the experiences of Central American immigrants.