Feb 11 • 14:58 UTC 🇲🇽 Mexico Milenio (ES)

Sansores calls Ricardo Monreal coward and hypocrite after urging respect for separation of powers; "take care of your pigsty"

Layda Elena Sansores San Román attacked Ricardo Monreal, labeling him as hypocritical and cowardly after he urged her to respect the separation of powers in their political dealings.

In a recent episode of her show, Martes del Jaguar, Layda Elena Sansores San Román, the governor of Campeche, launched a scathing attack on Ricardo Monreal Ávila, the Morena party's parliamentary coordinator. Sansores, who is embroiled in controversy over allegations of interfering with university autonomy and legislative functioning, accused Monreal of being hypocritical and cowardly. This exchange was triggered by Monreal's public call for her to maintain the integrity of the party and respect the separation of powers amid rising concerns over her actions.

Sansores didn't hold back in her criticisms, telling Monreal to "take care of his pigsty," referring derogatorily to the issues within his own political responsibilities. The governor indicated that instead of admonishing her, Monreal should focus on his family and the challenges he faces, implying that he has his problems to manage given his connections within the political landscape, especially with Alejandro Moreno Cárdenas, the current president of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI). This public spat highlights the growing tensions among party members in Mexico, particularly within Morena where accusations of nepotism and mismanagement are rampant.

The implications of this conflict extend beyond personal attacks, as they reflect deeper issues regarding the political climate in Mexico, particularly the roles and responsibilities of public figures in maintaining democratic integrity. As political factions struggle for control and influence, the respect for the separation of powers becomes crucial. This incident underscores the fragility of party unity and the challenges that leaders face in navigating alliances while remaining accountable to their constituents and party guidelines.

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