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Historic Elections, Histrionic Opposition

Against media attacks, low publicity, and calls for boycott, 13 million Mexicans voted in the first-ever judicial elections. A political and democratic win for Claudia Sheinbaum—and a key step forward for Plan C. Photo: Goverment of Mexico

By Jenaro Villamil Rodríguez. Mexican Press Agency. In the federal elections of June 2, 2024, the victory of the party alliance supporting the continuation of the Fourth Transformation was as overwhelming as the defeat of the opposition alliance was brutal—marking the latter’s worst performance in many years. Claudia Sheinbaum swept the presidential race, securing 36 […]

The Mexican Government’s Security Cabinet reports on the results obtained from ‘Operation Northern Border’ on May 30, 31, and June 1, 2025.

The Mexican Government's Security Cabinet reports on the results obtained from Operation Northern Border on May 30, 31, and June 1, 2025. Photo: Goverment of Mexico

Since the operation began on February 5, some 3,969 suspects have been arrested and 3,312 firearms, 548,888 rounds of ammunition of various calibers, 15,995 magazines, 34,987 9 kg of drugs, including 223.48 kg of fentanyl, 1,797 vehicles, and 495 properties have been seized, acoording to the Security Cabinet of the Government of Mexico. The actions […]

Resistance Grows Against U.S. Remittance Tax

The remittance tax would apply to millions of immigrants who send money to their countries of origin, excluding only U.S. citizens.

The tax bill promoted by former President Donald Trump, known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” has sparked growing international concern following its approval by the U.S. House of Representatives. Among its most controversial measures is a proposed 3.5% tax on remittances sent by individuals who are not U.S. citizens, including legal residents and work […]

Mexican Government Announces Decree to Boost Pharmaceutical Investment and Production

Mexico seeks reinvestment from pharmaceutical companies, from which it purchases 150 billion pesos (7.77 billion dollars) in single-source supplies every two years. Photo: Goverment of Mexico

By Once Noticias. Mexican Press Agency Mexico seeks reinvestment from pharmaceutical companies, from which it purchases 150 billion pesos (7.77 billion dollars) in single-source supplies every two years. The Mexican Government has issued a decree, to be published this week, aimed at promoting investment and pharmaceutical production within the country. “Mexico has the potential to […]