Sinaloa Congress called to extraordinary session Sunday to analyze Governor Rocha Moya's new leave request

The Permanent Commission of the LXV Legislature in Sinaloa has been summoned for an extraordinary session to address Governor Rubén Rocha Moya's latest request for a temporary leave of absence. The session is scheduled for Sunday morning, though the specific agenda has not been officially disclosed. However, sources indicate the primary focus will be on analyzing the governor's new request.

This marks the second time in quick succession that Rocha Moya has sought to step away from his duties. He had only recently returned to his position as governor after a previous leave. His current request is for an indefinite leave, expected to last more than thirty days, which has led to significant political maneuvering and speculation within the state.

There is considerable secrecy surrounding the potential candidates proposed to serve as interim governor during Rocha Moya's absence. The governor's office submitted the request to the president of the Permanent Commission, legislator Manuel de Jesús Guerrero Verdugo. The Legislative Power has received the new petition for authorization to temporarily separate the governor from his post but has yet to issue a statement on when the extraordinary session will be convened to process the request and appoint an interim governor.

Rocha Moya's return to his office on Friday morning was met with controversy. Political actors described his comeback as premature and insensitive, given the ongoing accusations against him. They characterized the move as unprecedented, unacceptable, and cynical, highlighting the contentious atmosphere surrounding his leadership and repeated absences.