The changes come ahead of a presidential election next year and are part of a pattern of challenges to democratic institutions across the Western Hemisphere.
Tag: Morena (Mexican Political Party)
Mexico’s President Leads Supporters in March Through Capital
Tens of thousands of Mexicans walked through the streets Sunday to show their support for President Andrés Manuel López Obrador amid some pushback to his political agenda in recent weeks.
Mexico Arrests Army General Linked to Disappearance of 43 Students
A top military officer suspected of ordering the killing of at least six of the students who disappeared in 2014 has been arrested, the latest in a string of high-profile arrests.
Will an Investigation of a Former Mexican President Lead to Charges?
After years of promises, many Mexicans fear that the announcement of a corruption probe into Enrique Peña Nieto might be nothing more than a political tactic.
Mexico Voters Back López Obrador to Stay in Office in Recall Election
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador drew overwhelming support among those who cast ballots, but the recall referendum failed to achieve the required 40 percent threshold to be binding.
Mexico’s New International Airport Is Not Quite Ready for Takeoff
Mexico’s president inaugurated the first of a series of long-promised infrastructure projects — possibly a little too soon.
Killing Spree Spurs Outrage Among Journalists in Mexico
The killing of three media workers in less than a month triggered protests in cities across the county this week demanding an end to the violence.
In Mexico Election, López Obrador’s Grip on Congress Slips
Early results of midterm elections suggested that Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s coalition would not obtain the supermajority needed to push through his ambitious agenda.