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In this interview, Professor Pedreira speaks with Dr. Juan Hernández, a seasoned scholar and former Mexican official with deep experience in international affairs. Dr. Hernández, who earned his Ph.D. in English and Mexican Letters from Texas Christian University, has served as Guanajuato’s representative in Texas, director of the state’s Trade Office in Dallas, and later as head of the Secretariat for Migrants and International Liaison (SMEI). Drawing on this background, he discusses federalism in Mexico, explaining the balance of power between the federal government and the states; U.S.–Mexico relations, offering first-hand insights into cooperation, tensions, and the importance of cross-border ties; and the challenges of drug trafficking, highlighting its impact on governance, security, and society. This conversation weaves together Dr. Hernández’s academic and professional journey with timely issues shaping Mexico’s politics and its relationship with the United States.