Political leaders in Mexico and Argentina face criticism over rhetoric against dissent

In Mexico, the administration has faced criticism for labeling journalists, media outlets, and analytical accounts as ‘enemies of the regime.’ Legal advisor Luisa María Alcalde publicly identified these targets, a move critics describe as a departure from previous government stances against political stigmatization. While the government targets independent media, opponents argue it overlooks high-ranking officials facing allegations of corruption or ties to organized crime.

In Argentina, President Javier Milei has intensified political rhetoric by labeling students, teachers, researchers, and journalists as ‘disguised terrorists.’ Milei suggested these groups use a ‘Gramsci 2.0 strategy’ to undermine the Republic through academic and media institutions. This shift follows the participation of Argentine officials in a ministerial meeting in Washington regarding the resurgence of political terrorism, where U.S. officials discussed addressing the ‘armed far-left.’