What “Federal Republic” Means for Mexico’s Government

Power Sharing in Mexico

A **federal republic** divides authority between a **national government** and **state governments** (31 states + Mexico City).

• Federal (Central) Powers: Foreign policy, defense, currency, immigration, interstate commerce.
• State Powers: Education, health, local police, public works, civil law.

Each level has its own constitution, legislature, executive, and judiciary. The system aims to prevent concentration of power and accommodate regional diversity.