Morena Calls 202 Assemblies to Defend Sovereignty Amid U.S. Tensions

Following accusations of a "national onslaught" after Andy López Beltrán, the former Organization Secretary, had his U.S. visa revoked, Mexico's ruling party, Morena, has announced 202 informational assemblies. These gatherings are framed as a defense of national sovereignty.

The party stated the assemblies, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, August 15-16, will take place simultaneously across various municipalities, neighborhoods, and communities. They will be led by state and municipal party representatives and leaders.

Morena aims to use these assemblies to fortify its territorial organization and boost member participation in defending the nation. A key objective is to inform the public about current challenges to national sovereignty, particularly from external pressures, and to gather community feedback for legislative and governmental agendas.

The party explicitly seeks to combat what it terms "disinformation campaigns" from both domestic and international right-wing entities, and to "strengthen the revolution of consciousness." López Beltrán had previously warned of an "onslaught on national sovereignty" and called for organization against foreign "interference," especially from the U.S., amid recent accusations linking Mexican politicians to organized crime.

Claudia Sheinbaum, the party president, publicly supported López Beltrán during a morning press conference. López Beltrán expressed gratitude for the support and affirmed he would continue his work "with head held high and the people's heart," resuming his territorial tour in Tabasco.