US Ambassador confirms 95% reduction in illegal crossings

The US ambassador highlights the drastic reduction of irregular migration and the strengthening of collaboration with Mexico.

Publicado 25 mayo, 2025 el 25 de mayo a las 14:24 | 3 mins reading |3,626 vistas | por Sofía Ramírez

Statements by the Ambassador on the Reduction of Irregular Migration

Ronald Johnson, US ambassador to Mexico, supported statements by State Department deputy spokesman Tommy Pigott regarding a 95% drop in illegal crossings compared to the previous year. Through his official account on

Impact on Border and Regional Security

Johnson highlighted that the reinforcement of control measures at the common border has not only saved lives, but has also strengthened the protection of the United States and its allies in the region. “Mexico has demonstrated growing cooperation in security matters,” stressed the ambassador, recognizing bilateral efforts to combat irregular migration.

These statements are framed in the context of the strategic collaboration between both countries. On May 23, Johnson supported the words of Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, who praised Mexico’s active participation in issues of shared national security. This alliance has made it possible to implement more effective policies to manage migratory flows and reduce vulnerabilities in the border area.

Analysis of the Figures and their Geopolitical Relevance

The drastic 95% reduction in unauthorized crossings reflects a significant change in migration dynamics. Experts point out that this result is due to a combination of factors such as:

Increased technological surveillance: Use of drones and real-time monitoring systems.
Institutional cooperation: Coordination between agencies such as the Border Patrol and Mexican authorities.
Dissuasive policies: Application of stricter protocols for asylum seekers.

In addition, the ambassador highlighted that this decrease has contributed to dismantling human trafficking networks, a key achievement in the binational security agenda.

Future Perspectives and Challenges

Despite progress, challenges persist, such as attention to vulnerable groups and the harmonization of immigration regulations. Johnson reiterated that continued dialogue between both nations is essential to maintain these results and address structural causes, such as poverty and violence in countries of origin.

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Source: Official statements from the US Embassy in Mexico.

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Welfare Pensions, today they cover surnames from S to Z

Find out the registration schedule for new beneficiaries according to the first letter of the last name.

Publicado 14 minutes ago el 26 de junio a las 17:11 | 2 mins reading

Graduated registration for Welfare Pensions

Since Monday, June 22, the Welfare Secretariat opened a new incorporation period for the Pension for Seniors and Women’s Welfare Pension programs. Both seek to improve the quality of life of vulnerable groups through bimonthly support.

The authorities carry out the registration in stages according to the first letter of the surname. This way they avoid crowds and speed up the process.

Amounts in force in 2026:

Pension for Seniors: 6,400 pesos per two-month period.
Women’s Welfare Pension: 3,100 pesos per two-month period.

What surnames are registered today?

This Friday, June 26, it is up to those who have initials as their first surname:

S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z

If you were not able to attend on your date, on Saturday the 27th and Sunday the 28th anyone can deliver their documents, regardless of the letter of their last name.

How to locate the nearest module

Enter the portal “Locate your Module” (https://ubicatumodulo.bienestar.gob.mx/). Select your state, municipality or mayor’s office. The system will show you the modules available in your area.

It is important to come with the required documentation: official identification, CURP, proof of address and, in the case of the Women’s Wellbeing Pension, a birth certificate. The schedules are usually from Monday to Sunday, although it is recommended to confirm on the portal.

Registration will continue until the scheduled dates are exhausted. The authorities remember that there are no intermediaries or costs to carry out the procedure.

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Morena registers 124 candidates for Transformation coordination

The party reported 124 registrations in the first two days of the internal process.

Publicado 36 minutes ago el 26 de junio a las 16:49 | 1 min reading

Start with high participation

In the first two days of the registration process for the Transformation Defense coordinations, Morena reported the registration of 124 applicants nationwide. This was reported by Citlalli Hernández, Secretary of Elections of the party.

Of that total, 33 registrations were in person at the party headquarters, while 91 were carried out online through the system enabled for the internal process.

Added to these figures are the registrations of candidates from the Labor Party and the Green Ecologist Party of Mexico, within the framework of the ruling coalition.

Hernández highlighted that the process has been developed with transparency and in an environment of trust among the participants. Even, he said, some candidates have shown surprise at the wide participation.

The registration period will remain open until next Saturday, so it is expected that the number of applicants will continue to increase towards the definition of the territorial coordination of the movement.

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Deadline extended for mandatory registration of mobile lines in Mexico

The CRT postponed the deadline to December 2026 for millions of prepaid users.

Publicado 1 hour ago el 26 de junio a las 16:07 | 2 mins reading

The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (CRT) confirmed an extension for the mandatory registration of mobile telephone lines. The deadline scheduled for June 30 was postponed. The measure seeks to facilitate compliance for millions of users who have not yet linked their number.

New staggered calendar

The new term applies only to pending prepaid lines. It will be done in a staggered manner taking the last digit of the number as a reference. The deadlines are from August 15 to December 31, 2026.

According to the latest CRT report, so far more than 63 million mobile lines have been registered: 40.2 million prepaid and 22.8 million postpaid. However, there are still millions of users to complete the process.

The authority warned that lines not registered within the deadline will be suspended by telephone companies for a period of up to 72 hours. During that time they will only be able to make calls to emergencies, citizen services and their provider. Full service will be restored once registration is complete.

At the end of 2025, Mexico had around 161.6 million active mobile lines, a penetration of more than 124% of the population. The CRT added that, when a line is used in a crime, the authorities may request information directly from the telephone companies.