How are the 2024 US and Mexican presidential elections different?

It’s Super Tuesday in the United States, and the federal Mexican campaigns officially began last week, so we thought it made sense to take a moment to talk presidential politics.

Back in August, Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek shared his view of the upcoming presidential races in the two countries in 2024, and how in his opinion, they could not be more different.

5 differences between presidential politics in Mexico versus the US

What are your thoughts on the differences between the election cycles in both countries? Share your opinions in the comments!

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Ana Valdez

Meet Ana Valdez, a Forbes ’50 over 50′ illuminating the Latino narrative in the United States

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Valdez leads the Los Angeles-based Latino Donor Collaborative, a data-forward organization providing a new narrative about U.S. Latinos that accurately reflects their contributions to society, politics and the economy.
Sheinbaum Sept. 2, 2026

Sheinbaum accuses US of meddling in her government: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

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Sheinbaum largely avoided criticizing the U.S. government during her second annual report on Tuesday, but less than 24 hours later, she reiterated her view that the Trump administration is meddling in Mexican affairs.
Sheinbaum with young fans

Sheinbaum’s approval rating remains unshaken at 68%

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Based on her current average, Sheinbaum is set to have the highest approval rating of the last six Mexican presidents. Negative opinions among respondents about public safety are on the rise, however.
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