Mexico's presidential legal counsel, Luisa María Alcalde Luján, published a list of 86 journalists, commentators and politicians this week, saying they form part of a coordinated network that amplifies criticism of the federal government. The disclosure triggered immediate backlash from many of the people named. Alcalde presented the list Wednesday during "Derecho de … [Read more...] about Alcalde’s List of 86 Critics Draws Comparisons to ‘Enemies’ Lists
Pope Leo XIV Won’t Visit Mexico Despite Sheinbaum’s Push
President Claudia Sheinbaum said Wednesday she will keep pressing the Vatican for a papal visit to Mexico, even as Pope Leo XIV confirmed a November tour of South America that leaves the country off the itinerary. "We're going to insist on the pope's visit to Mexico," Sheinbaum told reporters during her morning press conference at the National Palace, hours before receiving … [Read more...] about Pope Leo XIV Won’t Visit Mexico Despite Sheinbaum’s Push
Mexico’s Power Outages Expose a Grid Held Together by Patchwork Repairs
Across Mexico, homes and businesses have been plunged into darkness with alarming frequency in recent weeks. A wave of blackouts, power outtages and voltage fluctuations has affected at least 20 states, leaving residents without power for hours during some of the hottest months of the year. The outages have disrupted daily life, damaged appliances, spoiled food, and … [Read more...] about Mexico’s Power Outages Expose a Grid Held Together by Patchwork Repairs
The Killing of Benjamín Medrano: Mexico’s First Openly Gay Mayor Murdered in Jalisco
The Attack in Guadalajara On the night of July 7, Benjamín Medrano Quezada, the former mayor of Fresnillo, Zacatecas, and the first openly gay mayor in Mexico's history, was shot and killed inside an ice cream shop in Guadalajara, Jalisco. The 59-year-old politician had been living in Guadalajara after leaving his home state of Zacatecas, where he faced a criminal … [Read more...] about The Killing of Benjamín Medrano: Mexico’s First Openly Gay Mayor Murdered in Jalisco
Mexico Weighs Bid to Host 2029 FIFA Club World Cup
Mexico could be in line for another shot at global soccer glory, just three years after wrapping up the 2026 World Cup. President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed this month that her government is looking at a bid to host the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup. She said any decision would depend on whether the deal makes sense for the country financially. The push is coming from the … [Read more...] about Mexico Weighs Bid to Host 2029 FIFA Club World Cup