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Weekly Report - 30 April 2026 (WR-26-17)
MEXICO: Morena undergoes reshuffle as Sheinbaum eyes midterms
The past week has seen major political manoeuvring within Mexico’s ruling left-wing Movimiento Regeneración Nacional (Morena), as President Claudia Sheinbaum prepares for next year’s midterm elections. The most eye-catching element of the reshuffle was the removal of Luisa María Alcalde as Morena’s national leader. However, the less prominent move of Citlalli Hernández from head of the women’s ministry to leader of the electoral commission of Morena’s national council is arguably just as significant. The manoeuvring indicates a reconfiguration of the party ahead of the elections, with Sheinbaum ensuring key positions are held by close allies following disappointing results, rumours of internal divisions, and tensions with allies.
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