Claudia Sheinbaum's approval steadies at 67% amid security concerns

Claudia Sheinbaum approval rating security U.S. relations visa revocation

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum maintains a 67 percent approval rating and a 33 percent disapproval rate according to the July 2026 El Financiero poll, a level that has been stable since June. While her overall popularity remains solid, public confidence in security, anti‑corruption and the fight against organized crime stays low, with only about 21 percent approving the government's security performance.

Sheinbaum has been active on the international stage, replying to U.S. President Donald Trump by stating that Mexico "is a friend to everyone" and defending the country's sovereignty. She also clarified that recent U.S. visa revocations affecting Mexican governors are personal matters, not political decisions. In a separate statement, she announced that Mexico will seek to reclaim assets seized from drug traffickers when bilateral legal mechanisms permit.

Domestically, 55 percent of respondents praised her presence at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. She also criticized U.S. tariff policy, calling it ineffective for regional economic growth. These remarks come as the administration continues to address security challenges and other policy priorities.

Entities: Claudia Sheinbaum · Donald Trump · El Financiero · FIFA World Cup 2026 · Jalisco New Generation Cartel · Mexico · United States · public security

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[● 3 SOURCES] Claudia Sheinbaum's disapproval rating was 33 percent in July 2026. (El Financiero survey)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Security, anti‑corruption and crime are the lowest‑rated areas of Sheinbaum’s administration, with 21 percent approving security, 20 percent approving anti‑corruption, and 15 percent approving anti‑cr (El Financiero survey)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Only 15 percent of respondents approve the government's fight against organized crime. (El Financiero survey)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Sheinbaum said visa revocations for Mexican governors are personal matters, not political. (Press conference remarks)
[● 3 SOURCES] 55 percent of respondents view Sheinbaum's participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final positively. (El Financiero survey)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Sheinbaum announced construction of new hospitals in Oaxaca, including a 700‑bed regional health centre. (Press conference)
[● 3 SOURCES] Claudia Sheinbaum's approval rating was 67 percent in July 2026. (El Financiero survey)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Sheinbaum said Mexico is “a friend to everyone” in response to Donald Trump’s criticism. (Press statements reported by AFP)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Claudia Sheinbaum's approval rating fell from 80 percent at the start of her term to 67 percent. (Financiero poll analysis)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Claudia Sheinbaum said Mexico is 'a friend to everyone' in response to Donald Trump's criticism. (Press conference)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Claudia Sheinbaum said visa revocations for Mexican governors are personal matters, not political. (Press conference)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Claudia Sheinbaum announced Mexico will seek to reclaim assets seized from drug traffickers when legal mechanisms allow. (Press conference)