**Majority of Sinaloans Want Governor Rubén Rocha to Resign, Survey Shows**
A recent survey has revealed that a significant 62% of Sinaloans believe Governor Rubén Rocha Moya should step down from his position. Serving since November 1, 2021, Rocha is a member of the Morena party. Conducted by a national newspaper, the survey asked, “Do you think the Governor of Sinaloa, Rubén Rocha Moya, should continue in office or resign?” The responses showed that 17% of respondents were unsure, 21% thought he should remain, and a notable 62% felt he should resign.
When asked about the government’s efforts in tackling insecurity, responses were categorized as “Very Good/Good”, “Regular”, or “Very Bad/Bad”. For municipal governance, 38% rated it positively, 15% as regular, and 43% negatively. The federal government scored 36% positive, 13% regular, and 43% negative. Sinaloa’s state government was rated 25% positive, 10% regular, and 61% negative, highlighting concerns over regional insecurity.
Regarding personal safety, 75% of respondents expressed significant concern about security in their city, with 12% somewhat worried, 8% a little worried, and 4% not worried at all. Moreover, when asked whether they agreed with how Claudia Sheinbaum is handling the security crisis in Sinaloa, 57% agreed, 32% disagreed, and 11% were undecided. Furthermore, 38% of respondents said they or someone they knew had been affected by insecurity, compared to 62% who had not.
The survey was conducted via phone among 300 adults in Sinaloa, from January 28 to 30, 2025.
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**Growing Concerns Over Security in Sinaloa**
Apart from the dissatisfaction with Governor Rubén Rocha, growing security concerns continue to dominate the discourse in Sinaloa. Reports indicate that crime rates are a pressing issue, with many citizens expressing fear over their safety. Analysts believe that ineffective policies and lack of clear strategies have exacerbated the problem, leading to increased public frustration.
Efforts to reinforce security measures have seen mixed reactions. There have been calls for more robust action and comprehensive reforms to address the root causes of insecurity in the region. Meanwhile, the federal government has been urged to provide additional support to regional authorities to combat organized crime effectively.
As the situation develops, it remains crucial for both state and federal governments to work collaboratively to ensure safety and regain public trust in Sinaloa. With citizens demanding change, the pressure mounts on political leaders to take decisive actions.