**AMLO Welcomes García Harfuch, Future Head of SSPC, at National Palace**
**By: Carlos Alvarez Acevedo**
On August 7, 2024, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador received Omar Hamid García Harfuch, the upcoming head of the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC), at the National Palace. This meeting takes place in the context of the forthcoming administration of Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, the virtually elected President of Mexico.
García Harfuch, a senator-elect for the Morena party representing Mexico City, shared a photo of his private meeting with President López Obrador on his social media account. In the post, he expressed his gratitude with the message: “Thank you President López Obrador.” García Harfuch has an extensive background, having previously served as the head of the Citizen Security Secretariat of Mexico City (SSC), the Director of the Criminal Investigation Agency (AIC) of the now-defunct Attorney General’s Office (PGR), and as the General Commissioner and head of the Investigation Division of the Federal Police.
President López Obrador had previously praised the appointments made by Sheinbaum for her prospective cabinet as “excellent” during his press conference on July 5, 2024. The virtually elected President named García Harfuch, Mario Martín Delgado Carrillo, Ariadna Montiel Reyes, and Rosa Icela Rodríguez Velázquez to her future cabinet on July 4, 2024.
García Harfuch is set to lead the SSPC; Delgado Carrillo will be the head of the Secretariat of Public Education (SEP); Montiel Reyes will oversee the Secretariat of Welfare; and Rodríguez Velázquez will head the Secretariat of Governance (SEGOB).
During his morning press conference, President López Obrador highlighted the appointments of Rodríguez Velázquez and García Harfuch, emphasizing that García Harfuch had significantly reduced crime rates while serving as Secretary of Security in Mexico City during Sheinbaum’s tenure as Mayor.
García Harfuch has pledged to continue delivering results in security, collaborate closely with the Armed Forces, and strengthen the National Guard (GN). He expressed his gratitude for the trust placed in him and outlined his commitment to advancing the “fourth transformation,” a series of reforms initiated by López Obrador’s administration.
“We are committed to working diligently and delivering outcomes above personal interests,” stated García Harfuch. He emphasized the importance of strengthening the National Guard in coordination with the Defense (SEDENA) and Navy (SEMAR) Secretariats, as well as enhancing the intelligence and investigative capabilities of the Mexican state through the National Intelligence Center (CNI), which is part of the SSPC.
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**García Harfuch’s Appointment and the Future of Mexican Security**
With the appointment of Omar García Harfuch as the future head of the SSPC, expectations are high regarding the direction of Mexico’s security policies. García Harfuch has been recognized for his effective leadership in crime reduction in Mexico City. His new role will involve a focus on fortifying the National Guard, a critical component of the security framework proposed by the López Obrador administration.
García Harfuch’s rapport with both the military and law enforcement agencies is seen as an asset for his upcoming responsibilities. Analysts predict that his strategic approach will be pivotal in tackling organized crime and improving public safety across the country.
Furthermore, security experts believe that García Harfuch’s prior experience in leading high-stakes investigations makes him an ideal candidate for addressing complex security challenges. His commitment to inter-agency coordination underscores the collaborative effort required to enhance national security and maintain public order.
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**About the Author**
Carlos Alvarez Acevedo is a seasoned correspondent and editor with extensive experience in covering political and security developments in Mexico.