Mexico’s Decline in Homicides: A Closer Look Beneath the Surface

Mexico’s government proudly announced a sharp drop in homicides for 2025, claiming success in their security strategy under President Claudia Sheinbaum. The reported rate of 17.5 murders per 100,000 inhabitants marks the lowest since 2016, down from a peak of 29 per 100,000 in 2018. While this sounds promising at first glance, a deeper examination reveals troubling gaps that Americans cannot afford to ignore. How Reliable Is Mexico’s Crime Data? The Mexican administration’s figures, delivered amid fanfare, lack the transparency essential for trust. Key institutions that typically release thorough and reliable annual crime statistics have yet to publish full data...