09.JUL.2026 | CLAUDIA SHEINBAUM, Presidenta de México | #MañaneradelPueblo #ConferenciaMatutina

July 9, 2026 | CLAUDIA SHEINBAUM, President of Mexico | #MorningPressConference MORNING PRESENTATION • Thursday, July 9, 2026 President Claudia Sheinbaum's morning press conference focused on the investigation into the capture of Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, relations with the United States, the Federal Government's stance on the governor of Sinaloa, Rubén Rocha Moya, the arrest of former Pemex director Víctor Rodríguez Padilla, as well as issues of housing, security, and social development. ✅ Claudia Sheinbaum's response to former ambassador Ken Salazar's statements regarding the Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada case. ✅ Reiteration of the demand for transparency from the United States and defense of national sovereignty. ✅ Clarification that the Attorney General's Office (FGR) must explain the procedure related to the pilot who transported Zambada. ✅ Statement that no public servant will be protected, regardless of their position or political party. ✅ Support for the victims following the arrest of former Pemex director Víctor Rodríguez Padilla. ✅ Announcement of Infonavit support for people affected by the rains in Veracruz. ✅ Reaffirmation of the national security strategy and the promotion of Plan México. 🇺🇸⚖️ SHEINBAUM RESPONDS TO KEN SALAZAR ON THE "EL MAYO" ZAMBADA CASE The main topic of the press conference was the Mexican government's response to the statements made by former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, Ken Salazar, regarding the capture of Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada. The president stated that there is "a lack of truth" in the versions disseminated by the former diplomat and reiterated that the Mexican government will continue demanding complete information about the operation carried out in July 2024. Sheinbaum maintained that: The participation of U.S. authorities must be fully clarified. National sovereignty cannot be violated. Mexico will continue requesting official information from the United States. The Attorney General's Office is keeping the investigations open. ✈️ HANDOVER OF THE PILOT WHO TRANSPORTED "EL MAYO" When questioned about the handover to the United States of the pilot accused of transporting Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, the president indicated that the Attorney General's Office will be responsible for providing a legal explanation of the procedure carried out. She clarified that the Federal Executive does not interfere in ministerial decisions and reiterated that the investigations are ongoing. 🛡️ "WE DON'T DEFEND ANYONE": RUBÉN ROCHA MOYA CASE Regarding the reports implicating the governor of Sinaloa, Rubén Rocha Moya, in the Zambada case, Sheinbaum stated that "we don't defend anyone." She pointed out that any accusation must be supported by evidence and reiterated that, when sufficient evidence exists, the authorities must act regardless of the position or political party of the individuals involved. 🚔 ARREST OF VÍCTOR RODRÍGUEZ PADILLA The mayor also addressed the arrest of the former director of Pemex, Víctor Rodríguez Padilla, who is under investigation for alleged domestic violence. Sheinbaum affirmed that: No one is above the law. There will be no protection based on friendship or having held public office. Her government will always support victims. It is up to the judicial authorities to determine responsibility. 🏠 INFONAVIT RESPONDS TO DAMAGE IN VERACRUZ During the press conference, it was announced that Infonavit will implement actions to support families affected by the rains and floods in Veracruz. Among the measures announced are: Damage assessment of homes. Support programs for borrowers. Options for loan extensions and restructuring for affected individuals. 🚔 PUBLIC SAFETY The governor reiterated that the national security strategy maintains its four pillars: Addressing the root causes of violence. Strengthening the National Guard. Intelligence and investigation. Coordination among the three levels of government. She indicated that actions against organized crime will continue to be carried out throughout the country. 📈 MEXICO PLAN AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Sheinbaum reiterated that the Mexico Plan will continue to promote: Public and private investment. Strengthening national industry. Job creation. Infrastructure development. Attracting national and foreign investment. 🧭 GENERAL MESSAGE FROM THE CONFERENCE The morning press conference of July 9, 2026, focused on the following main themes: Investigation of the "El Mayo" Zambada case. Mexico-United States relations. Defense of national sovereignty. Rule of law. Housing and support for disaster victims. Public safety. 09/JUL/2026 | #July9 #claudiasheinbaum #peoplespressconference #pressconference