Introduction to Governor Alejandro Armenta and His Anti-Corruption Stance
Governor Alejandro Armenta of Puebla has reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining zero tolerance for corruption within his administration. He emphasizes that this approach aligns with the philosophy of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, who famously stated that “corruption is swept from top to bottom, and from bottom to top,” and must be fought daily.
The Role of the Secretary of Anticorruption and Good Governance
Alejandro Espidio Reyes, the Secretary of Anticorruption and Good Governance, has reported that in just 205 days of the current administration, 49 administrative sanctions have been imposed. Among these are two dismissals and 28 disqualifications.
Key Actions Taken by the Government
- Establishment of a system for controlling processes and digitalizing records related to the Registry Civil, Catastroto, and Public Property Register to ensure efficient and accurate access for citizens.
- Integration of 471 investigation files in 22 Internal Control Organs through active monitoring, training, and support for institutions concerning potential procedural omissions, delays in response times, and alleged corrupt acts.
- Immediate referral of cases warranting penal consequences to the Specialized Fiscal Office in Combating Corruption.
Governor Armenta’s Vision for a More Transparent Government
To ensure secure and firm action against any act that threatens an honest and integral service, Governor Armenta plans to implement a control system for processes within the Secretariat of Finance. This will include digitalizing records related to the Civil Registry, Catastroto, and Public Property Register. The goal is to provide Puebla’s citizens with more efficient and accurate access to information about their properties.
By doing so, citizens will not need to seek assistance from officials unfamiliar with humanistic principles or social bioethics, which are the foundations of Armenta’s government. This will eliminate the need for additional resources to expedite processes in departments like the Public Property Registry in Teziutlán.
Secretary Espidio Reyes’ Contributions
Secretary Alejandro Espidio Reyes has highlighted the administration’s commitment to imposing sanctions on misconduct. These sanctions include:
- 2 dismissals
- 28 disqualifications (5 for serious offenses and 23 for lesser offenses)
- 1 public reprimand
- 14 private reprimands
- 4 suspensions
Espidio Reyes also mentioned that cases requiring penal consequences are immediately forwarded to the Specialized Fiscal Office in Combating Corruption.
Proactive Measures Against Corruption
Throughout 2025, the administration has integrated 471 investigation files in 22 Internal Control Organs using active monitoring, training, and support for institutions. These investigations focus on potential procedural omissions, response time delays, and alleged corrupt acts.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is Governor Alejandro Armenta’s stance on corruption? He maintains a zero-tolerance approach, inspired by former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s philosophy.
- What actions has the Secretary of Anticorruption and Good Governance taken? Alejandro Espidio Reyes has imposed 49 administrative sanctions, including dismissals and disqualifications.
- What measures is Governor Armenta implementing to ensure transparency? He plans to establish a control system for processes and digitalize records related to the Civil Registry, Catastroto, and Public Property Register.
- How are cases of misconduct being handled? Serious offenses result in dismissals or disqualifications, while lesser offenses lead to reprimands or suspensions. Penal cases are referred to the Specialized Fiscal Office in Combating Corruption.
