Morena Officials Defend Sonora Governor Against U.S. Investigation Claims

Leaders and officials from Mexico's ruling Morena party have rallied to defend Sonora Governor Alfonso Durazo following a report by the Los Angeles Times alleging he is under investigation by the U.S. government and had his tourist visa revoked. The party's state president, Judith Armenta, denounced the accusations as unfounded and part of disinformation campaigns aimed at disrupting the state's transformation process.

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the campaigns of disinformation will not stop the transformation process that the entity is experiencing.

Armenta asserted that Governor Durazo has responded to the allegations with clarity and force, emphasizing that truth must triumph over speculation and efforts to discredit the state government's work. The mayor of Cajeme, Javier Lamarque, echoed these sentiments, stating that Durazo addressed the accusations responsibly and transparently. Lamarque further claimed the published versions lack substantiation and verifiable sources, calling the truth the best response to disinformation.

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the versions published lack substantiation and verifiable sources.

Senator Heriberto Aguilar also affirmed his support, characterizing the accusations as lacking evidence and highlighting Durazo's firm and transparent response. Aguilar praised the governor's political trajectory and his commitment to Sonora, noting that those familiar with his public service recognize his dedication and the results achieved during his administration.

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accusations that are baseless.

The wave of support comes after Governor Durazo publicly rejected the Los Angeles Times' report, labeling it as unsubstantiated and lacking evidentiary support. Célida López, head of Sonora's Secretariat of Agriculture, also backed the governor, calling the information "infamies" spread without verifiable sources. She suggested such publications are part of campaigns by conservative sectors seeking to discredit governments and leaders aligned with the "Fourth Transformation," President López Obrador's political movement.

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infamies and information disseminated without verifiable sources.