Mexico’s Support for Bachelet’s UN Bid: A Distraction from America First Priorities

In a recent press conference, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum publicly endorsed former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet’s candidacy to lead the United Nations, praising her "pacifist vision" and emphasizing that "it's time" for a woman to head the global body. But amid rising international turmoil and challenges directly impacting American security and prosperity, is this endorsement more than mere symbolism?Is the UN Leadership Race Serving American Interests?Mexico’s promotion of Bachelet reflects a broader Latin American effort to assert their voice in international institutions. While regional representation is important, we must ask: does backing a candidate rooted in soft diplomacy align with...