August 6–13: Plus, a Cuban powerbroker’s mafia ties, a U.S.–China visa standoff in Argentina, and Mexican avocado inspection woes.

How do Mexicans view their first presidenta and her government’s handling of major issues?

The president, who took office August 7, unveiled shifts on security, diplomacy, U.S. ties, and an Israeli rapprochement ahead of his inauguration.

Jul 30–Aug 5: Plus, more U.S. spies in Cuba, a nuclear deal with Paraguay, and Rubio’s outreach to two presidents. 

Learn about the background and goals of the ministers supporting the new president, including Prime Minister Galarreta and Finance Minister Cuba.

A presidential match-up between President Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro will anchor Latin America’s largest electoral process of the year.

July 23–29: Plus, Brazil denies visas to U.S. officials, USTR unveils 301 tariffs, and State sanctions Cuban medical missions.