Morena rules out Saúl Monreal for nepotism in Zacatecas

Morena applies its internal policy against nepotism and rules out Senator Saúl Monrel for the governorship of Zacatecas in 2027.

Publicado 19 mayo, 2026 el 19 de mayo a las 13:03 | 2 mins reading |1,015 vistas | por Sofía Ramírez

Morena ruled out Senator Saúl Monreal Ávila as a possible candidate for the governorship of Zacatecas for the 2027 midterm elections. The decision responds to the party’s new internal policy against nepotism, since the current governor of the entity is his brother, David Monreal Ávila.

The national president of Morena, Ariadna Montiel Reyes, explained the reasons at a press conference. He noted that the party will not allow relatives of incumbent rulers to seek to succeed them in elected positions.

“It has been said very clearly that relatives who want to transmit the power of a position they have to another will not be able to participate in Morena. That is not going to happen in Morena,” said Montiel.

The leader stressed that the measure seeks to strengthen the internal unity of the party and eradicate practices that they consider contrary to the principles of the movement.

Dialogue with the senator

Montiel Reyes indicated that he will seek to maintain dialogue with Saúl Monreal, whom he recognized as a long-standing activist within the so-called Fourth Transformation. However, he made it clear that the rule against nepotism will be applied without exceptions.

For his part, Saúl Monreal has publicly maintained his aspiration to run for governor, despite party lines. He assures that his political project responds to citizen support and that “there is nothing for anyone” in the internal process.

Morena’s decision marks a precedent in the internal life of the party and establishes clear limits for the aspirations of relatives of incumbent rulers. The case of Zacatecas will be the first to be applied under this new policy.

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During a press conference, the Morenoist leader pointed out that the call to close ranks to demand answers from the US government must be above partisan and ideological differences. He considered that it is about the defense of the rights of Mexicans abroad.

Montiel Reyes affirmed that the opposition’s position reflects a lack of commitment to the country. He described it as “petty” that some leaders do not fully support the call for unity made by President Claudia Sheinbaum to address cases of alleged abuses against Mexican migrants.

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Permanent support from the Women’s Secretariat

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In a statement, the agency clarified that any support will be granted with full respect for the will, autonomy and dignity of Dr. Jiménez. She also reiterated her commitment to assisting women who experience situations of violence through specialized protection mechanisms.

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The statement occurred after María Felicia Jiménez reported that she would not attend the hearing scheduled to ratify the pardon granted to her husband. He argued that he faces a strong media siege and seeks to protect his privacy and that of his children, especially that of his minor son.

The authorities keep open the possibility for the victim to access services when they consider it necessary. The case has generated public attention due to the power links of those involved, although the Secretariat assures that its actions are based on technical and human rights criteria.

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Changes in the FGR

Ulises Lara López left the ownership of the Special Prosecutor’s Office for Investigation of Relevant Matters and the spokesperson of the Attorney General’s Office (FGR). This was reported by federal sources. His departure occurred just six months after taking office.

According to the sources consulted, the separation was due to personal reasons. The specific causes were not detailed.

Lara López was appointed in January 2026 by Attorney General Ernestina Godoy Ramos. He headed the Relevant Affairs area and served as spokesperson for the institution. Before, he collaborated with Godoy Ramos in the Attorney General’s Office of Mexico City, where he held various positions. After his appointment, he thanked the trust and assured that he would continue working for justice.

During the administration of former prosecutor Alejandro Gertz Manero, Lara López was part of the FGR structure as a state delegate in Morelos. From there he participated in tasks related to federal investigations.