Rosario Piedra Ibarra, president of the National Human Rights Commission (CNDH), generated controversy by presenting a supposed letter of support for her candidacy signed by Monsignor Raúl Vera, emeritus Bishop of Saltillo. However, the prelate denied having sent such a letter, stating that his signature was false. In response, the Executive Secretary of the CNDH, Francisco Estrada Correo, took responsibility for the incident, alleging media pressure and a campaign of discredit against Piedra Ibarra.
During a hearing in San Lázaro, Piedra Ibarra proposed the disappearance of the CNDH to pave the way for the creation of the National Defense of the Rights of the People, arguing that the autonomous body no longer met the needs of citizens. This proposal followed two years in which the president of the CNDH, according to her members, ignored them.
In October 2023, six members of the Consultative Council of the CNDH resigned, claiming that Piedra Ibarra had neglected their advice, considering that the law did not require her to accept it. Despite having been confirmed in her position with 76 votes in favor in the Senate of the Republic, her appointment was questioned by the National Action Party (PAN), pointing out her open affiliation with Morena and participation in previous elections.
In November 2024, amid a new appointment of the head of the CNDH, controversies arose over the alleged preference of Piedra Ibarra and her team for fine cuts of meat, stored in the institution's cafeteria. This added to previous questions about her management and her relationship with political groups.
Rosario Piedra Ibarra began a new term at the head of the CNDH in November 2024, surrounded by criticism and controversy, especially due to her closeness to the Morena party, which has marked her management since her first election in 2019.
