Claudia Sheinbaum faces political crisis over Sinaloa leadership

President Claudia Sheinbaum is facing significant political pressure following a crisis in Sinaloa involving former governor Rubén Rocha Moya. The situation has intensified after Rocha Moya’s attempt to return to the governorship, which Sheinbaum publicly criticized as ‘imprudent,’ signaling a rift within the Morena party.

Internal tensions are rising as the federal government attempts to distance itself from Rocha Moya amid investigations and pressure from the U.S. Department of Justice. The departure of Senator Enrique Inzunza from the Morena caucus has further highlighted these fractures. Critics and journalists argue that the administration's efforts to distance itself from Rocha Moya may be a political charade, noting that many of the figures stepping into leadership roles maintain close ties to his administration.

The crisis is viewed as a test of Sheinbaum’s authority and her ability to manage the legacy of the previous administration while navigating international legal pressures and internal party loyalty.