Claudia Sheinbaum Elected Mexico's First Woman President

Her victory marks a historic moment, but challenges around gender violence and political alliances remain.

Sheinbaum is the first Jewish head of state in North America.
Her background includes work as a climate scientist and a Nobel Prize-winning IPCC member.
Critics highlight her past support for policies seen as detrimental to women's rights.
Sheinbaum's alliance with controversial figures raises concerns among feminist groups.
Mexico continues to grapple with high rates of gender-based violence.