SUMMARY
Sovereignty and the Rule of Law: The Law Must Be Upheld
President Claudia Sheinbaum was unequivocal regarding the case of U.S. agents operating in Chihuahua. “What matters to us is the defense of sovereignty, the Constitution, and the National Security Law,” she said. Sheinbaum stressed that the investigation does not stop with the resignation of the state Attorney General, as the inquiries must continue and the law must be upheld, because the people deserve a clear and complete explanation of what happened.”
The President reiterated that the Federal Attorney General’s Office (FGR) is currently conducting the inquiries into the affair, emphasizing that there will be a full clarification of the facts and, where appropriate, a determination of responsibilities, to ensure justice and prevent similar situations from reoccurring.
Cooperation with the U.S., with respect for sovereignty
Sheinbaum clarified that the case in Chihuahua is not against the United States, but rather involves a violation of the law by local state authorities. She reported that a diplomatic note was sent requesting explanations and reiterated that “we do not permit the participation of foreign agents on our soil.” The President emphasized that the bilateral relationship is based on cooperation and coordination, but without subordination, and that this incident must be an exception that does not reoccur.
Strong job growth and rising wages
Mexico has 60.2 million employed people registered, 422,000 more than in 2025 and an unemployment rate of 2.4%, the lowest in the OECD, while working poverty fell to its lowest level on record. Furthermore, the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) rejected claims that formal employment has declined as there are 22.7 million registered jobs, with more than 207,000 new ones in 2026 and sustained growth over the past year.
Strengthened healthcare: more care, supply, and prevention
The President noted that, through the Healthcare Routes initiative, 80% coverage has been achieved with free medications, in addition to the opening of 37 medical facilities thus far during her administration. In terms of infrastructure, the Institute for Social Security and Services for State Workers (ISSSTE) announced the acquisition of a linear accelerator (LINAC) that will enable more than 16,000 cancer treatment sessions annually. At the same time, the IMSS reactivated General Hospital No. 15 in Campeche, which now has 101 beds and specialized services.
Furthermore, from 2018 to 2025, 4,700 hospital beds have been added—more than in the previous 36 years (4,300)—with the goal of reaching 12,000 beds.
