Locals react to Mexico’s first female president

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Claudia Sheinbaum made history when she was elected as the first female president of Mexico.

Claudia Sheinbaum, 61, is the former mayor of Mexico and is now the first female leader in more than 200 years since Mexico’s independence.

“It’s good news not just for the country of Mexico, but for anyone dealing with Mexico. I think it’s time and I think it’s great,” said Yuma County District 4 Supervisor Tony Reyes.

Sheinbaum led the vote with nearly 60%.

A local shared his excitement at the news.

“I feel happy because for the first time we will have a woman president in Mexico. I feel joy and I think it will be something good for Mexico,” said Ana Maria Lopez, a local.

Sheinbaum is a member of the left-wing party “Morena”. She is also the first leader of Jewish heritage.

She will take office on October 1.