The former president of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, adopted a nationalist discourse, stating that "Here we Mexicans are in charge" and criticizing those who attempt to exert control everywhere. However, his actions in Sinaloa mark a serious error in his protection policy towards drug trafficking, rather than combating it.
López Obrador approached the Sinaloa Cartel on several occasions, sending public messages of closeness and protection to its leaders. This closeness resulted in the cartel taking control of territories, political command, and government structures, triggering conflicts with the CJNG and other criminal groups in various regions of the country. This has led to a wave of violence and chaos.
The affectionate bond of the former president with organized crime has been evident and publicized by himself, yet has often been ignored by society. His actions have created a disastrous scenario in Mexico, with high rates of violence and more than two hundred thousand deaths from violent homicide.
A clear example of López Obrador's complicity with drug trafficking is the support he gave to Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, linked to the Sinaloa Cartel. Even in the face of compelling evidence, the outgoing president denied any relationship with organized crime and defended his allies.
The former president's tolerance towards drug cartels has left deep scars on Mexican society, creating a scenario of violence and chaos in various regions of the country. Despite the serious errors committed during his administration, the perception of López Obrador and his handling of the crisis remains a topic of debate in public opinion.
