Mexico celebrates historical independence day led by the first female head Independence News

President Claudia Shinbom made history as the first woman to lead the Independence Day celebrations in Mexico 215 years, as she presented a firm message against foreign interference amid continuous diplomatic pressure from the United States.

From the balcony of the National Palace in Mexico City, Shinabom chaired the traditional “Grito” party on Monday night, as the bell that symbolizes the call to weapons during the independence struggle in Mexico from 1810-21 against Spain. While the Independence Day is officially distinguished on September 16, “Grito” has been implemented in the evening for more than a century.

During the military parade on Tuesday, Shinbom announced with a firmness, “There is no foreign authority to make decisions for us.” Speaking to the Council of Ministers and thousands of soldiers, she stressed that “there is no possible intervention in our homeland.” Although it has not called any specific nation, its statement comes because the United States government increases the pressure on Mexico to combat drug gangs and enhance border security.

The Trump administration offered the deployment of American forces against the Cartlatat – whose government defined as “terrorist” organizations – but Shinbum has continued such proposals.

Her administration has taken stronger measures against the cartals than her predecessor, as she delivered many Cartel’s personalities to the American authorities and highlighted the decrease in fentanel attacks on the Mexican American border. However, Sheinbauum maintains these efforts serving the interests of Mexico instead of responding to American pressure.

Shinbom, who took office in October, is the first president of Mexico.