Mexico’s First Female President Sidesteps Reality While Mexico Descends Into Chaos

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum recently delivered her first state-of-the-nation address, showcasing a narrative that emphasizes progressive social programs and diplomatic cooperation with the United States. Yet beneath this polished surface lies a troubling reality that directly impacts America’s national security interests and challenges the principles of democracy. How Can Mexico Ignore Cartel Violence While It Threatens Our Borders? Sheinbaum has chosen to downplay the ongoing epidemic of cartel violence ravaging Mexico—a violence that is not just a Mexican problem but an American one. More than 130,000 Mexicans are missing amid brutal territorial wars between drug cartels armed with fentanyl production...