The Senate of the Republic unanimously approved, with 122 votes in favor, the new powers for the Secretary of Public Security led by Omar García Harfuch. From the Ciudadano Movement, it is expected that this decision marks a change in the security strategy, moving away from militarization.
The reform to Article 21 of the Constitution establishes that the Secretary of Security will coordinate the national system of intelligence in public security and actions among the three levels of government. In addition, it will be able to request information from all State dependencies to investigate criminal acts.
During the discussion, PAN senator Francisco Ramírez Acuña highlighted the importance of balancing militarization with strengthening civil authority in security. He emphasized the need for coordination among different levels of government to respect the federal pact and the autonomy of the states.
On his part, Morena member Manuel Huerta mentioned pending challenges in the security strategy, such as the possible reconversion of specialized units and the role of municipal police. The reform, initially supported by PAN, does not mean absolute support, but rather a call for balance and control.
The coordinator of the Ciudadano Movement, Clemente Castañeda, considered that the initiative represents a shift from the strategy of the previous six-year term, advocating for an approach that empowers communities to address their local problems.
