Mexico celebrated a historic moment on Sunday as Claudia Sheinbaum secured a landslide victory, becoming the nation’s first woman president. Amidst challenges of rampant crime and gender-based violence, Sheinbaum’s victory was met with jubilant support in Mexico City’s main square, where crowds waved flags and danced to mariachi music.
Addressing her supporters, Sheinbaum expressed gratitude to the millions who voted for her and pledged not to disappoint them. She acknowledged her main rival, Xochitl Galvez, for conceding defeat. Preliminary official results from the National Electoral Institute indicated Sheinbaum captured around 58-60 percent of the votes, leading by over 30 percentage points ahead of Galvez and maintaining a significant margin over other candidates.
Despite security concerns in regions affected by drug cartel violence, voters turned out in large numbers. The electoral process, marked by violence resulting in the deaths of aspiring politicians, prompted the deployment of thousands of troops to ensure voter safety. Sheinbaum, who cast her vote in honor of a veteran leftist, emphasized the enduring struggle for justice and equality.