Claudia Sheinbaum Makes History as Mexico’s First Female President

Mexico City (AP) – In a historic turn of events, Claudia Sheinbaum has been projected as the winner of Mexico’s presidential election, making her the first female president in the country’s 200-year history. The former mayor of Mexico City, Sheinbaum, a member of the ruling Morena Party and successor of outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, secured a significant lead in the election.

The National Electoral Institute announced that Sheinbaum is expected to garner between 58.3% and 60.7% of the votes, with her closest competitors, Xochitl Galvez and Jorge Alvarez Maynez, trailing behind. Sheinbaum’s victory signifies a milestone in Mexican politics as she prepares to take the helm of the nation’s leadership.

Following Sheinbaum’s projected win, the official preliminary count revealed a commanding lead, with Sheinbaum nearly 30 points ahead of Galvez. The fact that the top two contenders in the election were both women was a clear indicator of the historic nature of the outcome.

Sheinbaum’s victory speech emphasized unity and progress, acknowledging the collective effort that led to her win. She expressed gratitude for the support received and vowed to uphold the principles set forth by López Obrador while steering the country in a new direction under her leadership.

Sheinbaum’s election also marks a significant shift in Mexico’s political landscape, signaling a departure from the traditional male-dominated governance. With her inauguration set for October 1, Sheinbaum is poised to make groundbreaking strides as Mexico’s first female president.