The New York Times

133,000 Missing: Can Mexico's New President Solve the Crisis?

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President Claudia Sheinbaum faces a monumental task: finding over 133,000 missing Mexicans. The crisis of forced disappearances is one of Mexico's most painful tragedies. It has affected families across the country for years. Sheinbaum, who took office in October, is now under intense pressure to deliver results. Her government must address this legacy of violence and impunity. The staggering number represents people who vanished, often without official investigation. Experts blame organized crime and corruption for many cases. The new president has vowed to make searching for the missing a top priority. Her strategy includes strengthening specialized search units. However, turning this promise into reality will be a defining challenge for her administration. Families of the missing are watching closely.