Puerto Vallarta Councilwoman Seeks Impeachment of Mayor Over Financial Irregularities

Melissa Madero Plascencia, a councilwoman in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, has formally requested a political impeachment trial against Mayor Luis Munguía, citing significant financial irregularities within the municipal government. The request, submitted to the local Congress of Jalisco on May 29, accuses Munguía of financial opacity, failing to comply with accountability measures, and mishandling public funds.

Madero Plascencia's complaint is supported by allegations of the municipal government's failure to provide essential financial information. This includes detailed budget reports, lists of suppliers and contractors, the status of municipal debt, outstanding payments, and other crucial financial indicators necessary for oversight. According to records from the Superior Audit Office of Jalisco (ASEJ), Puerto Vallarta reportedly submitted zero detailed public accounts for the 2025 fiscal year, a situation Madero Plascencia deems particularly alarming given the municipality's economic importance.

The councilwoman has urged the Congress to review the impeachment request and determine if sufficient grounds exist to impose sanctions, which could include Munguía's removal from office and disqualification from public service. Madero Plascencia emphasized that this impeachment request is only the initial step in a broader effort to address alleged corruption.

She revealed that she is actively working with state and federal authorities to compile evidence related to potential corruption, administrative irregularities, possible diversion of public funds, conflicts of interest, and other misconduct. These ongoing investigations reportedly involve information concerning the mayor, other public officials, and various entities, suggesting a wider scope of inquiry into the municipal administration's financial dealings.

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This request for a political impeachment trial is just the first step. We are compiling new files, complaints, and procedures related to alleged irregularities that must be investigated by the competent authorities.