Mexico opposition leader slams ruling party over mayor's alleged self-kidnapping

Jorge Romero, president of Mexico's National Action Party (PAN), has sharply criticized the alleged self-kidnapping of Tenancingo's municipal president, Nancy Nápoles. According to the State of Mexico's Prosecutor's Office, Nápoles staged her own abduction to cover up a budget shortfall in her municipality. Romero described the incident as further evidence of the "profound political decomposition" within the ruling Morena party, which he controversially labeled a "narco-government" that increasingly angers Mexicans.

Romero highlighted the gravity of the situation, given that Nápoles is an official from Morena, a party he believes should act with seriousness, legality, and transparency. He contrasted the alleged deception with the daily fear many Mexican families experience due to insecurity, disappearances, and violence. "While thousands of Mexican families live in fear... it is outrageous to learn of simulation cases that only further damage citizens' trust in their authorities," he stated.

The PAN leader argued that this episode should not be viewed in isolation but as part of a pattern of scandals involving individuals linked to Morena, ranging from alleged ties to criminal groups to abuses of power. "Mexico deserves public servants who face citizens and are accountable, not officials who turn politics into a spectacle or authorities who play with sensitive issues like insecurity and violence," Romero asserted.

Romero warned that while Morena attempts to downplay these events, citizens are observing a growing disconnect between the party's official discourse and the actions of its members, particularly those in government positions. The PAN vows to continue denouncing any acts that deceive the public and demands a full investigation by competent authorities to establish accountability.