Introduction
The article discusses a recurring pattern in Mexican politics, where both a president and now a governor have been criticized for being naive or incompetent, similar to the accusations leveled against Felipe Calderón. The current focus is on Adán Augusto López Hernández, the former governor of Tabasco and current senator, who faces allegations of complicity with state-level crime.
Background on Adán Augusto López Hernández
Adán Augusto López Hernández, a member of the Movimiento de Regeneración Nacional (Morena), served as the governor of Tabasco from 2019 to 2021. His political aspirations included running for the presidency, but he was unable to secure a successor as interim governor. This led to his appointment as the coordinator of Morena’s senatorial bloc.
Allegations Against Hernán Bermúdez Requena
Hernán Bermúdez Requena, who served as the Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection during López Hernández’s governorship, has been accused of being a high-level accomplice to state-level crime. The allegations stem from the Guacamaya Leaks, which exposed Bermúdez Requena’s alleged ties to criminal organizations, specifically the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG).
Reactions from Morena Members
Morena members, who previously criticized Felipe Calderón for similar accusations, now find themselves in a comparable situation with Adán Augusto López Hernández. The party’s stance on the matter has been inconsistent, with some members defending López Hernández while others distance themselves from him.
Javier May’s Accusations
Javier May, who would have been López Hernández’s chosen successor, has accused Bermúdez Requena of leading “La Barredora,” a criminal organization linked to the CJNG. May claims that Bermúdez Requena’s predecessors failed to apprehend the group due to negligence or indifference.
Adán Augusto López Hernández’s Response
López Hernández has remained silent regarding the allegations against Bermúdez Requena until prompted by Sheinbaum, the president of Mexico City. He has stated that he is available to any authority requesting his presence, though his absence from the Senate has raised questions about his commitment to his legislative duties.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Adán Augusto López Hernández? He is a Mexican politician and former governor of Tabasco who is currently a senator and a member of the Morena party.
- What are the allegations against him? López Hernández is accused of being complicit in state-level crime, specifically through his alleged ties to Hernán Bermúdez Requena and the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG).
- Who is Hernán Bermúdez Requena? Bermúdez Requena served as the Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection under López Hernández’s governorship and has been accused of having ties to criminal organizations, including the CJNG.
- What is the significance of the Guacamaya Leaks? The Guacamaya Leaks exposed documents that implicated Bermúdez Requena in alleged complicity with state-level crime, sparking controversy and accusations against López Hernández.
