Sheinbaum marks first year in office with 80% approval rating
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Thousands of people have packed Mexico City's main plaza to mark President Claudia Sheinbaum's first year in office. She has an 80 percent approval rating - the highest of any Mexican president. But, in a country gripped by violence, there are still challenges ahead.
Breakdown
- Claudia Sheinbaum celebrates her first year as Mexico's president with nearly 80% approval. 7s
- She credits expanded social programs for reducing poverty and improving welfare. 20s
- Eight million people were lifted out of poverty between 2022 and 2024. 1m 5s
- Cartel violence remains a challenge despite a drop in the national murder rate. 2m 0s
- Judicial reforms allowing popular election of judges have raised concerns about impartiality. 2m 21s