Sheinbaum accuses U.S. far-right and Mexican opposition of undermining bilateral ties

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has accused far-right groups in the U.S. and right-wing factions in Mexico of working together to harm relations between the two countries. She warned that these efforts are part of a wider campaign to influence politics ahead of the U.S. elections in November and Mexico’s own political future in 2027. Sheinbaum highlighted a recent meeting organised by the American Society, which included members of Mexico’s opposition parties, such as the PAN and PRI. According to her, the event was promoted by groups aiming to weaken U.S.-Mexico ties.

She also criticised U.S. media reports on drug trafficking and fentanyl, claiming they form part of a deliberate strategy to discredit Mexico and her administration, known as the Fourth Transformation. The president argued that recent accusations against Mexican officials are being pushed by factions intent on creating a negative image of the country. She stressed that these attempts to undermine bilateral relations will continue. In response, she urged both governments and the public to remain alert to such efforts.

The president’s remarks point to an ongoing effort by political groups to shape narratives before key elections in both nations. Her warnings suggest that tensions between far-right U.S. factions and Mexican opposition parties could further strain cross-border cooperation in the coming years.