Mexico faces ideological struggle over neoliberalism and narco-politics

Mexico is experiencing an ideological conflict between supporters of the ‘Fourth Transformation’ and proponents of neoliberalism. This struggle involves historical, political, and legal dimensions regarding the country's governance and justice systems.

Critics of the neoliberal era allege that previous officials in the justice and prosecution sectors fostered an alliance with narco-politics. There are claims of past attempts to involve the Mexican Army in activities related to cocaine trafficking.

Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo has criticized neoliberal theories that allegedly protected narco-politics. It is asserted that she intends to address historical issues and corruption that were not investigated by the former Attorney General’s Office during the neoliberal era.