Felipe Calderón is a Mexican politician who served as the President of Mexico from 2006 to 2012. He is a member of the National Action Party (PAN) and was elected after a closely contested election. His presidency focused on economic reforms and combating drug-related violence in Mexico. During his time in office, Calderón launched a military-led campaign against drug cartels, which significantly impacted the country's security situation. His administration also worked on various initiatives to improve infrastructure and promote economic growth, although it faced criticism for the rising violence associated with the drug war.