Sheinbaum rejects nepotism ahead of 2027 elections

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has firmly reiterated her stance against nepotism in politics, emphasizing that the public disapproves of family members succeeding each other in office. Her comments come as the country looks toward the 2027 elections, with specific attention on regional political dynamics.

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The people do not like it when a family member stays as a substitute in a position.

During a press conference, Sheinbaum stated, "The people do not like it when a family member stays as a substitute in a position." She elaborated that while individual parties determine their candidates and voters make their choices, the principle of family succession in political roles is something she personally opposes. She previously advocated for a constitutional amendment to prevent such inheritances, extending to relatives up to the fourth degree.

Sheinbaum acknowledged that while her proposed constitutional change was not enacted in time for the 2027 elections, the ruling Morena party has committed to this principle for the upcoming electoral cycle. "I am not in agreement that a family member inherits their post, a person inherits their post to a family member, even if it is by popular vote," she declared.

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I am not in agreement that a family member inherits their post, a person inherits their post to a family member, even if it is by popular vote.

Furthermore, the president addressed the issue of gender equity in candidacies. She expressed concern that changes in gender designation might be used to unfairly influence candidate selection. While supporting the guarantee of gender equity, she cautioned against its misuse to dictate who can or cannot be a candidate, suggesting that further legislation might be needed to regulate this aspect for future elections.

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I am not in agreement with proposing a direct family member and I am also not in agreement with using the change in gender to justify one person or another going.