Claudia Sheinbaum, a highly accomplished figure, is poised to become Mexico's first female president. However, she faces skepticism about her independence from the current president, Andrés Manuel López Obrador. While she asserts her autonomy, aligning too closely with his agenda may be risky. She has been both praised and criticized for her association with López Obrador, raising questions about her future leadership style. Despite leading in the polls, doubts persist about her ability to govern independently. She has been described as disciplined and efficient, but lacks the charismatic appeal of López Obrador. Her leadership style has been a subject of debate, with some viewing her as obedient to López Obrador and others seeing signs of autonomy. Her past actions, such as aligning with López Obrador's proposals, have fueled these contrasting perceptions. As the election approaches, the question remains: Will Claudia Sheinbaum be her own leader, or will she be overshadowed by the influence of López Obrador?