US Republican Congressman Carlos Gimenez labeled Morena a “narcoparty” and accused Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum of supporting foreign authoritarian regimes and shielding corruption. His remarks followed U.S. federal indictments against high-ranking Mexican officials and an announcement of humanitarian aid to Cuba.
Criticism of Morena and Links to Organized Crime
- “Narcoparty” Label: Congressman Carlos Gimenez stated publicly that Morena operates as a narcoparty, claiming the empirical evidence is overwhelming.
- Allegations of Censorship: He asserted that President Sheinbaum acts more like the leader of her political party than a president for all citizens, accusing her administration of trying to silence and persecute critics who state these truths.
- Sinaloa Indictments: The comments intensified after U.S. federal prosecutors filed drug-trafficking and weapons charges linking regional figures like Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya to the Sinaloa Cartel.
Foreign Policy and Trade Warnings
- Aid to Cuba: Gimenez sharply criticized Sheinbaum for authorizing shipments of humanitarian aid and resources to Cuba, arguing it props up a hostile regime during the Trump administration’s pressure campaign.
- USMCA / T-MEC Repercussions: He warned that Mexico’s collaboration with Cuba and Venezuela could jeopardize its standing as a key trade ally, suggesting consequences during ongoing reviews of the USMCA agreement.
- Sheinbaum’s Response: President Sheinbaum defended Mexico’s sovereign right to conduct its foreign policy and assist neighboring humanitarian crises, confirming that aid to Cuba would continue regardless of external political pressure.
Source: LatinUS
