Politics Country October 31, 2024

Controversies Surround Mexico's Federal Budget

Recent revelations indicate potential misuse of the federal budget in Mexico, involving significant spending tied to political campaigns and judicial defiance. Scrutiny grows over accountability and governance.


Controversies Surround Mexico's Federal Budget

The state could face an expenditure of 400 million pesos from the federal budget due to the spots contracted by Víctor Hugo Hernández, right-hand man of an official. Meanwhile, Genaro García Luna, former Security Secretary under Calderón, continues to appeal his sentence of 38 years in prison, defying the authorities. Amid these events, Pedro Sánchez seems to remain aloof from Felipe VI's apologies to Mexico for the conquest, despite pressures and mentions at public events.

In a more local tone, Esteban Villegas, governor of Durango, appears to face political challenges, possibly related to pressure around judicial decisions. On the other hand, José Ramón Cossío, retired minister of the SCJN, raises the possibility of dismissing officials who decide to ignore Supreme Court rulings, highlighting an important aspect of the Mexican legal system.

Regarding political strategies and reactions in Palacio Nacional, current decisions and speeches from those involved seem to raise various questions and generate speculation about possible future consequences.