MXOwnership & classification
Founded: 2010
Ownership
Animal Político is a digital-native Mexican news outlet launched in November 2010 (growing out of the 2009 'Pajaro Politico' Twitter project), founded by businessman-journalist Daniel Eilemberg together with a small group of publishing investors. It is operated by Editorial Animal (Grupo Editorial Criterio), which also runs Animal MX and Animal Gourmet. Ownership is private and held by its founders/investors rather than any party, broadcaster or government.
Funding
Revenue is diversified: roughly 45% from advertising (largely programmatic), about 25% from courses and consultancy, plus subscriptions, content partnerships and project grants. Donors over the years have included the Open Society Foundations, the Ford Foundation and the Hewlett Foundation, and the outlet has deliberately worked to reduce dependence on government advertising.
Affiliation & stance
Animal Político is privately owned, commercially and grant-funded, with no party or state control, which makes it INDEPENDENT; it is known for investigative/fact-checking journalism. Its lean is best described as CENTER to CENTER_LEFT given its rights-and-accountability focus, but it is editorially independent of the government and not an organ of any political force.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Lean Progressive
- Measured from coverage
- Lean Progressivebased on 474
72/100
Factual
68/100
Objective
497
Articles
497
reports
Factual: How accurately its articles report the facts, judged against primary sources and the cross-outlet consensus. Only articles that cite their sources are counted.
Objective: How neutral the writing is — whether reporting keeps the writer’s own preferences and opinions out of the article.
Recent coverage
They link two to the process in Sinaloa; they ensure 75 explosive devices, weapons and methamphetamine
In Culiacán, Sinaloa, two individuals, Elías 'N' and Jaime 'N', were placed under formal investigation by a judge for alleged involvement in crimes including possession of firearms, explosive devices, ammunition, and drug trafficking. During a preventive police patrol in Concordia, officers stopped a vehicle traveling at excessive speed and against traffic rules. The occupants ignored the stop order, leading to a pursuit where both men were arrested. They were found in possession of two automatic rifles, six hundred cartridges, twenty magazines, and later, during vehicle inspection, seventy-five homemade explosive devices, two tactical vests with ballistic plates, thirty grams and 100 milligrams of methamphetamine. Both suspects, along with seized items, were turned over to federal authorities. During the hearing, the Federal Prosecutor’s Office obtained the court’s decision to formally charge them, resulting in an official precautionary detention measure at the Mazatlán prison.
Heavy rains in CDMX activate purple alert in Magdalena Contreras; 5 more municipalities are in orange and yellow alert
Heavy rains triggered a purple-level alert in Magdalena Contreras, Mexico City, with additional orange and yellow alerts in five other boroughs. The Secretariat of Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection (SGIRPC) issued these warnings for strong rainfall and potential hail during the evening of October 5th. The forecast predicts rainfall between 15 to 29 millimeters in areas under yellow alerts, including Álvaro Obregón, Cuajimalpa, Milpa Alta, and Xochimilco. These conditions are expected to last between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM. Residents were advised to carry umbrellas, clear drains, avoid flooded roads, and stay away from unstable structures or objects.
Attacks on schools in Torreón and Querétaro: what we know and what Sheinbaum proposes
The article reports on attacks at schools in Torreón and Querétaro, focusing on the proposed measures by President Claudia Sheinbaum regarding school safety. It outlines the current situation, including the number of incidents and their impact on students and staff. The piece highlights Sheinbaum’s plans to enhance security protocols and increase police presence in educational institutions. However, the article does not provide detailed information on the specific nature of the attacks, the perpetrators, or the extent of the damage caused.
Former students linked to trial for attack in Torreón high school; facing 60 years in jail
The article reports that former students have been linked to a school attack in Torreón, Coahuila, Mexico. Authorities have initiated legal proceedings against them, with potential sentences of up to 60 years in prison. The incident involved violence within a secondary school, prompting a formal investigation. The case highlights concerns over campus safety and the legal repercussions faced by individuals involved in such acts. No specific details about the number of victims or the exact nature of the attack were provided.
Rain in CDMX: Orange and Yellow Alert activated in 7 municipalities
The article reports on rainfall in Mexico City (CDMX), where authorities have activated orange and yellow alerts in seven municipalities. The alerts indicate varying levels of risk due to heavy precipitation, prompting local governments to take preventive measures. The piece highlights the impact of the weather event on urban areas and the administrative responses to ensure public safety. It does not provide detailed information on the extent of the rainfall, specific locations affected beyond the seven municipalities, or any broader implications for infrastructure or residents.
INE opens process for independent deputations in 2027; demands support of 2% of the nominated list
The National Electoral Institute (INE) in Mexico has announced the opening of the process for independent candidates to run for federal deputies in 2027. The institute requires support from at least 2% of the nominal list to qualify for candidacy. This regulation aims to ensure that independent candidates meet certain thresholds to participate in the electoral process. The requirement reflects ongoing efforts to regulate the entry of independent candidates into national elections while maintaining electoral integrity.
Governor promises safe elections in Senate and asks parties to nominate clean candidates
The article reports that the Governor of Mexico has promised secure Senate elections and urged political parties to nominate clean candidates. The statement was made during a legislative session where discussions focused on ensuring electoral integrity and transparency. The Governor emphasized the importance of preventing corruption and maintaining public trust in the electoral process. This comes amid ongoing concerns about political accountability and the need for reforms to strengthen democratic institutions.
Carlos Salinas de Gortari reappears at Harvard to talk to students about Mexico
Carlos Salinas de Gortari, el ex-presidente mexicano, ha regresado a Harvard para participar en una conversación con estudiantes sobre temas relacionados con México. La actividad se enmarca en su compromiso con la educación y el diálogo político, aunque no se especifican los puntos discutidos durante la reunión. El evento refleja la continua relevancia de figuras históricas en el debate público sobre política y sociedad en México.
Doctor linked to vitamin serums that killed 8 people in Sonora surrenders to authorities
A doctor linked to vitamin-infused serum treatments that caused the deaths of eight people in Hermosillo, Sonora, has surrendered to authorities, according to reports by Animal Político. The physician, Jesús Maximiano Verduzco Soto, was detained after authorities restricted his access to bank accounts, secured his assets and vehicles, and arrested individuals connected to him through the crime of complicity. The state prosecutor confirmed that the doctor was taken into custody and will appear before a judge to determine his legal status. Authorities had previously announced a reward of 500,000 pesos for information leading to his capture due to charges of negligent homicide related to medical responsibility. In May, forensic tests revealed harmful microorganisms, lapses in sterilization protocols, and possible improper handling of medical supplies in the serums responsible for the fatalities.
Russia says plague lab worker died of "unknown pneumonia"
Rusia informó que una investigadora de laboratorio de 28 años, Daria Chipilova, murió debido a una 'neumonía de etiología indeterminada' tras la ruptura de un tubo de ensayo en un instituto especializado en la peste neumónica en Siberia. Las autoridades rusas, incluido el gobernador de Irkutsk, Igor Kobzev, y la agencia sanitaria Rospotrebnadzor, descartaron la presencia de la bacteria de la peste neumónica en las muestras biológicas de la víctima. El Kremlin y el portavoz Dmitri Peskov instaron a evitar rumores y a confiar en las comunicaciones oficiales. Estados Unidos, representado por el presidente Donald Trump, expresó interés en seguir de cerca la situación y ofrecer ayuda.
Court determines that mobile phone lineage appeals will be resolved by specialized courts
The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) ruled by majority vote that amparo lawsuits against the guidelines for mobile phone line identification must be handled by specialized administrative courts focused on economic competition, radio broadcasting, and telecommunications, based in Mexico City. This decision arose from a contradiction in rulings (contradicción de criterios 111/2026), initiated by a complaint from the Third District Court Specialized in Telecommunications. The court concluded that reviewing these telecommunications guidelines requires technical expertise in the field. Minister María Estela Ríos González dissented, arguing that aspects like user identification and data protection fall under ordinary administrative jurisdiction and that concentrating such cases in specialized courts could restrict access to timely and impartial justice for mobile users.
Court approves INE commission to verify links of candidates with organized crime
The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) validated the creation of the Commission for Verification of Candidate Integrity at the National Electoral Institute (INE). This commission will assess whether candidates have potential ties to organized crime or other criminal activities. The decision was reached by majority vote and upheld reforms to the General Law of Electoral Institutions and Procedures (LGIPE), which introduced preventive measures to evaluate candidates' risk of involvement in illicit activities. The ruling rejected a constitutional challenge by the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), led by Alejandro 'Alito' Moreno, who argued against the reforms. The new mechanism allows parties and independent candidates to voluntarily submit lists of aspirants for confidential review by authorities such as the Attorney General’s Office, the National Intelligence Center, and financial regulators.
Andrea Chavez goes for Ciudad Juarez after being out of the race for Chihuahua
Andrea Chávez, una senadora mexicana afiliada al Partido Morena, ha sido designada como coordinadora municipal de Morena para Ciudad Juárez, tras quedar fuera de la carrera por la gubernatura de Chihuahua. La decisión fue anunciada oficialmente por la dirigencia de Morena, destacando la participación de figuras clave como la presidenta nacional del partido, Ariadna Montiel, y la presidenta de la Comisión de Elecciones, Citlalli Hernández. Esta designación busca calmar las críticas internas sobre la elección de Cruz Pérez Cuéllar como candidato a gobernador. Chávez confirmó públicamente el nombramiento, enfatizando su compromiso con el partido y rechazando cualquier interés personal. Ella también mencionó su deseo de continuar trabajando con las bases del partido en lugar de en la capital federal.