People’s Mañanera October 8

ByPedro Gellert

Every day, President Claudia Sheinbaum gives a morning presidential press conference and Mexico Solidarity Media posts English language summaries, translated by Mexico Solidarity’s Pedro Gellert Frank. Previous press conference summaries are available here.

Progress in Infrastructure and Institutional Renewal

Minister of Infrastructure, Communications, and Transportation Jesús Esteva reported that in 2025, more than 13.45 billion pesos (US$730 million) will be invested to modernize 193 km of highways. It is projected that 112 billion pesos (US$6.10 billion) will be invested by 2030 to build 2,200 km nationwide.

In addition, the Insurgentes Train could begin operations by late 2025 or early 2026, after completing tests and signal installation.

Amparo Law

President Claudia Sheinbaum clarified that the modifications to the Amparo Law are legal and do not imply its retroactive application. The bill will go to the Chamber of Deputies for adjustments before returning to the Senate.

Sheinbaum Debunks the Myth of Neoliberal Meritocracy

The President questioned the “meritocracy” promoted by figures such as business magnate Ricardo Salinas Pliego, stating that progress depends not only on individual effort but on guaranteeing rights and collective well-being.
“It’s not about opportunities, but about access to rights, and that’s what the Fourth Transformation is about,” she said. Sheinbaum criticized the idea that “the poor are poor because they want to be” and recalled that humble people work harder than anyone. For this reason, she emphasized, it was essential to raise the minimum wage after 36 years without it being increased.

USMCA and Trade Review with the United States

Sheinbaum reported that the formal review of the USMCA has not yet begun, although Minister of Economy Marcelo Ebrard is consulting with businesspeople. She noted that the treaty remains in effect as law and that most of the 50 issues in dispute with the United States have already been clarified.

New Customs Law Strengthens Responsibility and Transparency

The President noted that the new Customs Law will hold both customs agents and public servants responsible for any irregularities in the importing and exporting of containers. The goal is to prevent tax evasion, ensure tax payments, and streamline customs processes.

Media and Perception of Insecurity

Sheinbaum noted that some media outlets amplify reports of violence to generate a sense of insecurity among the population.

She recalled that several signed the “Pact of Silence” with Felipe Calderón and now spread fake news. She stressed the importance of truthful information from the government and networks to combat media manipulation.

Pharmaceutical Companies in Default

The President called on pharmaceutical companies that have not delivered medications in accordance with their contracts to meet their obligations. She warned that those failing to comply by September 30 will lose their concession.

Lie Detector

  • It is not true that the amendments to the Amparo Law limit access to collective protective injunctions or medications.
  • It is not true that the Amparo Law leaves citizens unprotected against the blocking of bank accounts or arbitrary arrests.
  • It is not true that the Amparo Law amendments affect the separation of powers or the rule of law.
  • It is not true that people were bused in for President Claudia Sheinbaum’s first State of the Nation/Government report.