"Sheinbaum challenges Miller's assertion that Mexico City is under control of drug cartels, suggesting his statement may be uninformed."
Mexico City Disputes Claims of High Crime Rate
In a surprising turn of events, Mexico City's current mayor, Clara Brugada, has been working towards making the capital the "most heavily monitored city in the Americas." This initiative comes in response to claims made by Stephen Miller, a high-ranking U.S. government official, who asserted that Mexico City is "run by criminal cartels."
However, these claims have been met with strong opposition from local authorities. President Claudia Sheinbaum, who served as the mayor of Mexico City from 2018 to 2023, stated that Miller is "probably unaware of the reality of the situation in the capital." Sheinbaum also requested data on homicides in Mexico City to be sent to Miller, emphasizing the importance of understanding the security initiatives implemented in the city.
Contrary to Miller's assertions, the homicide rate in Mexico City has seen a significant decrease over the years. According to reports from Reforma and Milenio, the homicide rate in Mexico City in 2024 was 10 per 100,000 residents, a marked decrease from previous years. This rate is significantly lower than many other Latin American capitals, such as Bogotá (15.2) and Lima (7.7) in the same year.
In fact, the homicide rate in Mexico City is lower than that of Washington D.C., with a rate of 27.5 per 100,000 residents in the same year. The per capita homicide rates in 2024 in Baltimore and Chicago, both governed by the Democratic Party, were significantly higher than the murder rate in Mexico City last year.
Brugada is reinforcing an initiative that divides the city into hundreds of small security zones or quadrants, each with dedicated police patrols. This move is aimed at enhancing the city's security and dispelling the misconceptions about its safety.
Sheinbaum, in a statement, asserted that Mexico City is "not what this person probably imagines." She emphasized that it's crucial for Miller to know about the efforts being made to ensure the safety and security of its residents. The perception of security among residents of Mexico City has increased significantly, or the perception of insecurity has decreased, as a result of these initiatives.
Despite the presence of criminal groups in Mexico City, the claim that the Mexican capital is "run by criminal cartels" is not supported by evidence. It's clear that Mexico City is working diligently to improve its safety and security, and these efforts are showing positive results.
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