Mexican governor indicted by the US seeks leave again after contentious return to office
Summary
The governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state, Rubén Rocha Moya, reversed his decision to return to office after facing strong criticism from his own political party over U.S. drug trafficking accusations. Following pressure from party leaders, Rocha Moya requested an indefinite leave of absence while investigations continue.Key Facts
- Governor Rubén Rocha Moya of Sinaloa was indicted by U.S. prosecutors for allegedly helping the Sinaloa drug cartel smuggle drugs into the United States.
- Rocha Moya claimed that Mexican prosecutors found no evidence against him and announced his return to office after nearly four months on leave.
- His own party, Morena, including prominent leaders and President Claudia Sheinbaum, criticized his return and urged him to remain on leave.
- Rocha Moya then requested an indefinite leave of absence after the backlash.
- The U.S. Department of Justice accuses Rocha Moya and others of accepting bribes to protect the cartel’s drug operations.
- This case has increased tensions between the U.S. and Mexico regarding how to handle cartel-related corruption and indictments.
- President Claudia Sheinbaum supports investigations in Mexico and opposes immediate U.S. demands for arrests and extraditions without local proof.
- Rocha Moya denies wrongdoing and calls the charges politically motivated.
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