Background on Adán Augusto López and His Relevance
Adán Augusto López Hernández is a Mexican politician and senator, currently serving as the coordinator of the Morena party’s senatorial group. Previously, he held the position of governor for the state of Tabasco. His current role and past positions make him a significant figure in Mexican politics.
The La Barredora Scandal and Hernán Bermúdez Requena
Hernán Bermúdez Requena, once appointed by Adán Augusto López as the Secretary of Public Security in Tabasco, has been accused of leading a criminal group known as La Barredora. He was recently detained and is under investigation for his alleged involvement in criminal activities.
Adán Augusto López’s Statement
In an interview, Adán Augusto López clarified that when Hernán Bermúdez Requena was removed from his position as Secretary of Public Security in Tabasco at the request of then-President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, he was no longer the Secretary of Government (Gobernación).
- Question: Were you involved in the 2024 presidential campaign when Hernán Bermúdez Requena was removed?
- Answer: Yes, I believe so. By 2024, I had already completed my term as Secretary of Government and was elected as a senator.
- Question: What about the La Barredora scandal and Hernán Bermúdez Requena’s alleged involvement?
- Answer: I have no obligation to explain matters that do not concern me.
President Sheinbaum’s Statement and Investigation Details
Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, the current President of Mexico City, mentioned that when there were indications of Hernán Bermúdez Requena’s alleged criminal links, then-President Andrés Manuel López Obrador requested his removal and investigation. She also anticipated that the federal government would reveal how Bermúdez Requena’s involvement in public service deteriorated over time.
When asked if Adán Augusto López should step down from his senate position during the ongoing investigation, Sheinbaum Pardo avoided giving a direct answer. Instead, she stated that detailed information about Bermúdez Requena’s involvement in criminal activities would be disclosed.
Key Questions and Answers
- Question: Was Adán Augusto López involved in the 2024 presidential campaign when Hernán Bermúdez Requena was removed?
Answer: Yes, he had already completed his term as Secretary of Government and was elected as a senator by 2024. - Question: What is Adán Augusto López’s stance on the La Barredora scandal involving Hernán Bermúdez Requena?
Answer: He claims he has no responsibility to explain matters that do not concern him.
