Mexico City Faces Rising Extortion Amid Security Concerns
Mexico City is currently grappling with a significant rise in extortion cases, a crime that has become one of the most prevalent and fastest-growing in the country. The issue is exacerbated by corrupt police and organized crime, forcing shopkeepers and citizens to pay protection fees. The extortion problem is widespread, affecting all sectors of society, from wealthy entrepreneurs to small business owners. The Mexican government, under President Claudia Sheinbaum, is taking steps to address the issue, including a proposed constitutional amendment to make extortion a federal crime. This would allow prosecutors to investigate cases without victims having to file a complaint. Additionally, a national strategy against extortion has been launched, resulting in over 1,300 arrests. 
