Claudia Sheinbaum Opens 31 Hospitals While Mexico Lifts Millions Out of Poverty – A Contrast With Trump’s Cuts
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum is being praised for major achievements in healthcare and poverty reduction, while in the United States, Donald Trump faces criticism for policies that disproportionately hurt the poor.
Mexico’s Healthcare Transformation
In a recent address, Sheinbaum announced:
31 new hospitals delivered this year
12 health centers opened
256 operating rooms equipped
Construction underway for 20 additional hospitals
She also highlighted an initiative to provide home-based healthcare for elderly and disabled citizens. This expansion of services is designed to make quality healthcare accessible to people who have traditionally been left behind.
Poverty Reduction: A Historic Shift
Mexico has also made striking progress in reducing poverty. Building on the policies of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO), Sheinbaum has continued efforts to lift up the poorest citizens.
Between 2018 and 2024, the number of Mexicans living in poverty fell by 13.4 million people, a 26% reduction.
Extreme poverty also dropped, from about 9 million to 7 million.
The minimum wage tripled, raising incomes not only in formal jobs but also in the informal economy.
As political analyst Viri Ríos noted, “There has never been a single six-year term in which poverty has decreased so significantly. This is a watershed moment for the Mexican economy.”
Sheinbaum summarized it by saying: “‘For the good of all – first the poor’ is not just a slogan, but a reality in Mexico.”
Contrast With U.S. Policy Under Trump
While Mexico expands healthcare and reduces poverty, critics argue that Trump’s budget cuts and economic policies have the opposite effect:
Trump’s proposed $1 trillion cut to Medicaid threatens rural hospitals and leaves millions of Americans more vulnerable.
According to the Congressional Budget Office, his policies would raise annual income for the top 10% of earners by $13,600, while the bottom 10% would lose $1,200 annually.
Analysts call this a form of economic inequality and class favoritism that worsens outcomes for low-income Americans.
Diplomatic Achievements: Mexico’s Global Partnerships
Beyond domestic policy, Sheinbaum is strengthening Mexico’s role on the world stage. Recently, Mexico and Brazil announced a new trade partnership that includes:
Increased beef imports from Brazil
Livestock traceability measures to improve standards
Joint cooperation on biofuels and electric-vehicle battery production
These steps demonstrate a collaborative approach to international trade — one aimed at shared growth rather than confrontation.
Key Takeaway
Claudia Sheinbaum’s leadership is being hailed as an example of how bold policies can expand healthcare, reduce poverty, and strengthen diplomacy. Her achievements stand in stark contrast to Trump’s record, which critics say prioritizes the wealthy at the expense of ordinary Americans.
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Good on her
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