Former President Rodríguez announces defamation suit against Cisneros

Former Costa Rican President Miguel Ángel Rodríguez has announced his intention to file a defamation lawsuit against former congresswoman Pilar Cisneros. The legal move comes in response to statements made by Cisneros following Rodríguez's judicial acquittal in the Reaseguros case.

Rodríguez stated that the lawsuit is intended to uphold transparency and prevent distortions in public debate, particularly those facilitated by anonymous or computer-generated means. He indicated that Cisneros had made a series of accusations after his acquittal, which he believes are defamatory.

The former president's decision highlights ongoing political tensions and legal battles stemming from past corruption allegations in Costa Rica. The Reaseguros case, which led to Rodríguez's acquittal, had been a significant point of contention in the country's political landscape.