Sheinbaum Vows No Ties to Cartels, Blames Predecessors for Mexico's 'Pain'

Presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum has firmly declared that her administration will maintain a strict separation from organized crime. Addressing concerns about security and corruption, she asserted, "My government will never have ties to drug traffickers."

Sheinbaum, representing the ruling Morena party, directed sharp criticism towards former officials, specifically naming Genaro García Luna and Felipe Calderón. She accused them of inflicting significant "pain" upon Mexico during their tenures, implying their policies or actions contributed to the country's ongoing struggles with violence and organized crime. García Luna served as Mexico's Public Security Secretary under Calderón's presidency (2006-2012).

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My government will never have ties to drug traffickers.

The candidate's strong stance comes as Mexico approaches a pivotal presidential election. Her remarks aim to draw a clear contrast with previous administrations and reassure voters about her commitment to tackling the deeply entrenched issues of drug cartel influence and pervasive insecurity. Sheinbaum is widely considered the frontrunner in the race, and her pronouncements on security are central to her campaign platform.

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