Mexico’s National Security Shows Fractures
We are facing a scenario where denial is becoming state policy, but the most dangerous aspect is that even if the federal government truly lacked details, there’s an unacceptable lack of coordination.
We are facing a scenario where denial is becoming state policy, but the most dangerous aspect is that even if the federal government truly lacked details, there’s an unacceptable lack of coordination.
In the face of the CIA scandal, the President asked governors to abide by the law & follow the principles enshrined in Mexico’s Constitution.
The PT called for impeachment proceedings against the governor for “treason against the nation” for conspiring with the CIA, but Morena rejected the idea, considering national unity more important at this time.
No record was found that the Secretariats of External Relations, Defense, & Public Security had been informed about the participation of CIA agents in operations in Mexico.
It’s imperative to develop a roadmap for building Mexico’s sovereign agri-food model with broad participation, especially from producers. Our agriculture is not merely a productive activity; it is social cohesion, identity, meaning, & a formidable public good.
Even though the US government has denied information before, as with the kidnapping El Mayo, the President expressed confidence that now Washington will hand over everything related to the CIA officers.
April 21st marks the 112th anniversary of the popular defense of the Port of Veracruz against US occupation.
The Washington Post reported today the two Americans reportedly killed in an automobile accident were CIA officers.
The President says the Mexican government was unaware of collaboration between Chihuahua & the US embassy, commenting after two unnamed US officials died in a car accident.
Former CIA agent and current Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson said the Embassy deeply regretted the tragic loss.