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Weekly Report - 05 February 2026 (WR-26-05)
MEXICO: Shake-up for Morena in the senate
Adán Augusto López, the senate coordinator for the ruling left-wing Movimiento Regeneración Nacional (Morena) and a long-time party heavyweight, has stepped down. Ostensibly, this is to dedicate himself to fieldwork ahead of the 2027 mid-term elections. However, the decision comes amid controversy over López’s links with the alleged head of a criminal group, as well as questions around the origins of his wealth, management of budgets, and underhand negotiating tactics. His departure opens the door to a potentially more harmonious atmosphere in the senate as Ignacio Mier, a skilled negotiator, is set to take his place. However, it also points to potential discomfort at the heart of Morena, raising questions as to its unity with key elections due next year.
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