**Podcast Highlights Tragic Increase in Child Deaths in Baja California**
In the latest episode of a prominent podcast series, shocking numbers reveal the tragedy affecting the youth of Baja California. According to the data, the number of children who have been murdered has doubled in 2024. While previous years averaged six missing adolescents found dead annually, this year alone there are already twelve confirmed cases linked to discoveries by the “Todos Somos Erick Carrillo” collective. This alarming statistic underscores a pressing social issue that demands urgent attention.
Apart from shedding light on these heart-wrenching figures, the podcast discusses the potential economic repercussions facing Baja California as per a recent Fitch Ratings assessment. The state’s strong commercial and investment ties could suffer significant impacts due to the evolving policies in the United States. Meanwhile, there’s a noticeable economic strain, with the Mexican peso experiencing a 20.89% decline over the past five months.
In an exclusive interview, the mayor of Ensenada showcases plans to enhance the port city by introducing major infrastructure projects, including a ferry service to San Diego, a comprehensive cargo port, and a metro bus system on Avenida Reforma.
Further discussions explore the dominant presence of criminal organizations across both Mexico and the United States and speculate on the potential for more stringent immigration and narcotics policies in the U.S.
**In Other News:**
1. **Third in Command of CJNG Facing Charges:** “Delta 1,” the third-ranking leader of the CJNG, has been linked to a legal process on November 15, 2024. This development follows intense legal scrutiny and increased efforts to tackle organized crime.
2. **Reforma Sparks Statewide Protest:** Workers at ISSSTECALI initiated a state-wide strike to protest proposed reforms, demands for back pay, and salary hikes, highlighting widespread dissatisfaction.
3. **Violent Crime in Tijuana:** A man was murdered just outside La Mesa Penitentiary, leading to the arrest of two suspects. The incident once again brings to the fore the ongoing issues of violence in the region.
4. **2025 Economic Plans Introduced:** The Ministry of Finance has presented the 2025 economic package, acknowledging a 3.2% deficit. The focus on fostering economic growth could lead to future fiscal reforms.
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