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Mexico politics is dynamic, often contentious, and deeply connected to the country’s social and economic landscape. This section delivers comprehensive news and analysis on political developments at the federal, state, and municipal levels. Coverage includes presidential decisions, legislative reforms, elections, political parties, policy debates, corruption scandals, and public opinion. Follow updates on key figures like the president, party leaders, and governors, as well as how politics intersect with issues like security, migration, the economy, and international relations. Whether you’re a voter, analyst, journalist, or interested observer, this tag provides timely and trustworthy insight into the evolving world of Mexico politics.

Mexico City pothole payouts

Mexico City pays 33.9 million pesos to more than 3,700 drivers for pothole damage

Mexico City has paid nearly 33.9 million pesos to more than 3,700 drivers for pothole damage, exposing deep flaws in road maintenance.
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Cancun hotel zone tax

Cancun hotel zone tax could drive up luxury condo costs

Quintana Roo wants property owners in Cancun’s hotel zone to bankroll overdue infrastructure after Fonatur’s exit, sparking debate.
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Puerto Vallarta tourist tax will be charged despite court ruling, Mayor says

Puerto Vallarta tourist tax will launch in 2026 despite a Supreme Court setback, raising questions over how the city can enforce a voluntary fee.
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Los Cabos narcocorridos ban

Los Cabos narcocorridos ban follows chaotic concert

Los Cabos moves to write its own rules on narcocorridos, pushing a local ban on songs that glorify crime at public events.
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puerto vallarta plan

Puerto Vallarta tourist tax struck down by Supreme Court

Mexico's top court scrapped the Puerto Vallarta tourist tax, calling it vague and unconstitutional and leaving Jalisco without that new revenue.
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Visitax hike Quintana Roo

New tax hike plan in Quintana Roo alarms Cancun hoteliers

Cancún hoteliers say a 25 percent Visitax hike and forcing hotels to collect it would harm tourism, squeeze small hotels and undercut Plan México.
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Sheinbaum medicine decree

Sheinbaum medicine decree puts US drugmakers on edge

US drugmakers say Mexico’s new Sheinbaum medicine decree breaks USMCA rules and risks shortages, while Mexico insists it is securing supply.
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Mexico highway blockades

Farmers win deal as Mexico highway blockades are lifted

Farmers and truckers ended four days of Mexico highway blockades after the federal government agreed to revise a water law and boost road security.
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San Miguel winter safety

San Miguel winter safety brings more shelters and patrols

San Miguel de Allende approved winter and holiday protection plans to coordinate shelters, road patrols and health messaging through early 2026.
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Puerto Vallarta lodging tax

Tourists hit as Puerto Vallarta lodging tax rises for third straight year

From January 2026, Puerto Vallarta lodging tax jumps from 4 to 5 percent, the third yearly increase and a growing concern for local hotels.
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La Playa community

La Playa community in Los Cabos sets limits on tourist sprawl growth

Residents and local businesses in La Playa are writing their own design rules so tourism grows without wiping out the fishing village they call home.
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Semarnat blocks Sedena project

Semarnat blocks Sedena project at Army complex in Chetumal

Mexico's environment ministry confirms illegal forest clearing in Chetumal as Semarnat blocks Sedena project, setting a rare precedent for Army works.
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