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Morena Senate Draft Warnings Military Presence from U.S. Could Spark Armed Uprisings in Mexico
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In an internal document drafted by advisors but yet to be endorsed by Mexico’s Morena party in the Senate, the ruling party raises concerns over current anti-crime operations and warns of potential armed uprisings in case of U.S. military presence in Mexico.
Titled "Analysis on Designation as Terrorists of Drug Cartels," the seven-page document was prepared by an advisor to Morena’s Senate coordinator, Adán Augusto López Hernández. However, it hasn’t been presented to the full legislative body for endorsement, prompting concerns about its representativeness.
The draft challenges the use of violence in operations against cartels, arguing it contradicts the previous administration’s approach under President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. It also criticizes the current strategy of Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch.
Regarding the U.S.’s plans to designate Mexican cartels as terrorist organizations, the document warns that the presence of foreign armed forces in Mexico could lead to revueltas or armed uprings in certain territories. This, it argues, would undermine Mexico’s legitimacy and governability, and harm its international image.
Emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts, the document argues for stringent anti-crime policies to demonstrate Mexico’s commitment to combating narcotráfico. It also addresses potential impacts on the economy, governability, and national security.
The draft’s circulation underscores the rövido [divide] within Morena over security strategies, as Senator Gerardo Fernández Noroña had previously emphasized the importance of full bancada [legislative group] endorsement for any party position.
As the Mexican government navigates complex relations with the U.S. and grapples with intense security challenges, this behind-the-scenes draft offers a glimpse into the nuances and debates within the ruling party.
Source:orbed.rs
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