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American actor and director Mel Gibson sparked controversy with statements praising German leader Alice Weidel and criticizing Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. Gibson argued that the world needs “more patriotic women” like Weidel and questioned the presence of political figures who, in his view, represent left-wing positions. In his comments, the actor cited the German leader of Alternative for Germany (AfD) as an example of leadership that, from his perspective, should have a greater presence in politics, while labeling Sheinbaum a “communist.” The statements have generated reactions due to the stark contrast between the two political figures. Weidel is one of the leading figures of the AfD, a German party identified with right-wing positions that has generated intense controversy and admiration within Germany and other European countries. For her part, Sheinbaum, the president of Mexico, belongs to Morena and came to power as the candidate of a coalition led by that party. The president has defended policies associated with the Mexican left, although characterizing her government as “communist” is part of her critics' discourse and does not necessarily constitute a consensus political description. Gibson's statements once again place the actor at the center of international political debate, as he directly engages in discussions about ideology, nationalism, and the direction of governments in various countries.