January 16 Update.

In her morning press conference on January 16, 2026, President Claudia Sheinbaum highlighted significant security achievements, including a 40% reduction in homicides and the seizure of over 350 tons of drugs during her administration. The federal government also detailed a mandatory cellphone registration initiative linked to the CURP to combat extortion and fraud. Additionally, Sheinbaum outlined a forthcoming electoral reform focused on reducing election costs and strengthening participatory democracy, while reporting a 54% drop in violent crime within the State of Mexico.

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