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Sheinbaum defends the military’s place in daily life: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
On Tuesday, Sheinbaum heaped praise on the Mexican Army — which she described as "something special" and "unique in the world" — and rejected claims that Mexico has been militarized by her government.
‘Mexican Watchdogs’: How a free press emerged from the shadows of...
MND interviewed Andrew Paxman, the author of "Mexican Watchdogs: The Rise of a Critical Press since the 1980s," about the publishers and reporters who, through independent newswriting, helped democratize Mexico over the last 40 years.
Tatiana Clouthier to seek Morena candidacy for Nuevo León governorship
In a recent interview, Clouthier — a member of Morena and head of the Institute for Mexicans Abroad — revealed her ambitions to make history in a state where her party has never held power and no woman has ever served as governor.
Did Sheinbaum watch Shakira’s Zócalo concert? Monday’s mañanera recapped
President Claudia Sheinbaum addressed several major topics on Monday morning, including formal job growth, the security landscape, her approval rating and Shakira's record-breaking show in the Zócalo.
Mexico urges peace, monitors 7,000 nationals amid US-Israel strikes on Iran
Mexico’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that the 7,000 Mexicans presently in the Middle East remain “safe and sound" following Saturday's offensive, but made an urgent appeal to all parties “to prioritize diplomatic channels and refrain from the use of force."
Who will succeed ‘El Mencho’ as chief of the Jalisco cartel? Friday’s mañanera recapped
A slew of cartel arrests following Sunday's unrest, an update on military casualties and Sinaloa's declining homicide rate were central themes of Friday's presidential press conference.
In a historic first, the Supreme Court holds a session in a Chiapas pueblo
Though the move had its critics, it was generally applauded and some important business got done, as the justices recognized self-rule in the Tzotzil community of La Candelaria.
FIFA reaffirms support for Mexico as World Cup host: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum discussed the military operation against El Mencho, FIFA's World Cup support and an emotional tribute to fallen soldiers at her Thursday presser.
About Sheinbaum’s call with Trump this week: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
On Wednesday, Sheinbaum revealed that she spoke to U.S. President Trump the day after Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader "El Mencho" was fatally wounded during a military operation in Jalisco. This is what they talked about.
‘No risk’ to World Cup visitors, says Sheinbaum: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
President Claudia Sheinbaum responded to questions about the upcoming FIFA World Cup and the dissemination on Sunday of videos and images created with artificial intelligence that purported to depict scenes of violence that didn't actually exist.
President Sheinbaum ponders a lawsuit against Elon Musk
It is not uncommon for political enemies to hurl baseless accusations of narco-complicity, but this one came from a foreigner and the richest man in the world.
Analysis: Mexico may pay a steep price for the killing of Jalisco cartel leader El Mencho
El Mencho's killing may have enabled Mexico’s authorities to secure a political win with Washington. But the operation should not be seen as a victory, writes Mexican sociologist Raúl Zepeda Gil.
From Trump to Leavitt to Johnson: How US officials responded to El Mencho’s killing
The killing of El Mencho drew a wave of praise from Washington — and a measured response from Mexico City on the limits of U.S. involvement in the operation.
‘The people of Mexico should be very proud of our armed forces and the security cabinet we have’: Monday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum expressed her condolences to the families of the more than 30 security personnel who lost their lives or were wounded in Sunday's operation and reiterated her government's command of the national security situation.
Authorities report steep drop in crime in Guanajuato: Friday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum also addressed Mexico's connection to the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case and discussed a legislator's attempt to found a party bearing her initials.
Mexico seeks extradition of US-based fuel smugglers: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum also shared an update on AIFA airport's new train and addressed the fallout from a toxic batch of tamales in Puebla.
