Morena denounces "electoral intimidation" in Coahuila polls; alleges arbitrary arrests and massive vote-buying

Morena has condemned what it calls "institutional violence" and "massive vote-buying" during the recent state elections in Coahuila. The party, which is part of Mexico's ruling coalition, alleged that state agents acted as instruments of "electoral intimidation" and that its members and allies faced "illegal and arbitrary detention." The PRI, an opposition party, secured victories in all 16 electoral districts for the local congress.

Morena's National Council stated that the election day was marred by political persecution and a sophisticated vote-buying scheme dubbed "QRGate." The party also reported harassment of its federal deputies. Despite these accusations, Morena acknowledged the PRI's win, with one party figure stating, "there is nothing more Obradorista than getting up from a defeat."

In response to the alleged irregularities, Morena announced that its national and state counselors would support the National Executive Committee in pursuing legal and jurisdictional avenues. The party vowed not to allow "undemocratic practices" to undermine the legitimacy of the electoral outcomes or to become normalized in public life. Another party official specifically accused the PRI of buying votes, claiming each vote cost at least 500 pesos.