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Sheinbaum calls on new generations to preserve Day of the Dead...
The president reflected on Mexican beliefs about death, before addressing a tribute to Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas and the Spain train crash that left one Mexican missing.
Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas, who helped end decades of one-party rule in Mexico,...
A three-time presidential candidate and co-founder of the PRD, he was widely believed to have won the 1988 presidential election, before becoming Mexico City's first elected mayor.
Sheinbaum and cabinet pay tribute to Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
Senior officials honored Cárdenas, the late opposition leader who challenged the PRI’s grip on power, while Sheinbaum blasted Mexico’s electoral chief, who resigned this week amid corruption allegations.
Jalisco governor details US $1.3B investment in Guadalajara’s water infrastructure: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
Jalisco Governor Pablo Lemus headlined the president's Wednesday presser to announce a "historic agreement" between state and federal authorities to clean up the Guadalajara metropolitan area's water supply after months of escalating protests.
8% salary increase among ’12 actions in 120 days’ promised by IMSS director: Tuesday’s...
Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) general director Zoé Robledo presented a plan aimed at improving conditions in IMSS hospitals and for IMSS workers, who have been protesting for higher pay, reduced workloads and an end to shortages of medicines and medical supplies.
PAN names 6 state coordinators ahead of 2027 gubernatorial elections
The National Action Party (PAN) has now announced its presumptive gubernatorial candidates in six states after unveiling its pick in Querétaro on Sunday.
National Electoral Institute president resigns as corruption questions mount
The outgoing INE president reportedly has a close personal relationship with a businessman whose family’s companies have received lucrative INE contracts during her time in office.
Sheinbaum applauds Lula’s win in Brazil, supports INE president’s resignation: Monday’s mañanera recapped
"It's the triumph of a president, of a people's movement, of a government that represents its people," Sheinbaum said of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s (Lula) reelection on Sunday. She also responded to the news that Guadalupe Taddei would resign from her post as president of Mexico's National Electoral Institute (INE).
Sheinbaum details shouting match with Chihuahua governor over CIA raid: Friday’s mañanera recapped
At Friday's presser, Sheinbaum gave her account of her clash with Gov. Maru Campos over the CIA’s alleged role in an unauthorized April drug lab raid in Chihuahua.
Lawmakers approve hotly contested bill targeting unauthorized use of official logos
Supporters of the bill, which was sent to the Chamber by the president, insist that the intent is not to stifle parody but to prevent fraudulent use of official symbols for financial gain. The opposition is not convinced.
Sheinbaum lauds 8% raise for healthcare workers as protests continue: Thursday’s mañanera recapped
Sheinbaum applauded the new pay deal between IMSS and its workers’ union at her Thursday presser, where she also covered North American integration and praised a student inventor.
Over 2,500 arrested for fuel theft since October 2024: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped
After the Energy Ministry gave a progress report on its fuel theft, or huachicol, crackdown, President Sheinbaum on Wednesday dispelled rumors that Mexico would agree to purchase more natural gas from the U.S. in order to win tariff relief.
Morena is the clear favorite in Mexico’s 2027 midterm elections, say the (very) early polls
Not only is it early for polling, but many candidates haven't even been officially designated by their parties yet. But in overall popularity, Morena is still the leader after eight years in power.
Mexico-US trade deal ‘very close,’ confirms Sheinbaum: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
On Tuesday, President Sheinbaum agreed with Trump's declaration on Monday that the United States is "very close" to reaching a trade deal with Mexico, and responded to claims that she has made a "pact" with the governor of Chihuahua.
Former Chihuahua AG arrested on treason, conspiracy charges in connection with illegal CIA operation
The charges stem from allegations that the ex-attorney general acted unlawfully by allowing CIA officers to participate in a drug lab raid without authorization from the Mexican government and concealed information about it from authorities.
Sheinbaum government files new complaint in US after 18th Mexican death in ICE custody: Monday’s mañanera recapped
On Monday, President Sheinbaum spoke about the death of another Mexican in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while also celebrating the pro-immigrant message that the norteño band Los Tigres del Norte shared last week on NPR's Tiny Desk.
