Karime Macías Tubilla, the former wife of Javier Duarte de Ochoa, the ex-governor of Veracruz, will not face extradition to Mexico after the UK government granted her political asylum. Despite a British court's authorization for her extradition in February 2022 due to an arrest warrant linked to allegations of embezzlement linked to phantom companies, her asylum status has changed the course of her legal battle.

Sources informed Milenio that Macías was able to secure asylum based on arguments presented by her legal representatives in the UK and Mexico. These arguments included concerns regarding the public exposure of Macías and her family by the authorities in Veracruz under Governor Miguel Ángel Yunes, coupled with claims of torture in obtaining statements against her. This move reflects the complexities of legal protection for individuals facing prosecution in their home countries, especially when human rights considerations are at stake.

The case has broader implications for Mexico’s ongoing issues with corruption and judicial practices. As the situation unfolds, it draws attention to the potential for other fugitives to seek asylum abroad under similar claims, which may hinder Mexico's legal processes for addressing political corruption. Macías’ case remains a focal point in debates about the efficacy of legal systems in managing high-profile corruption cases and the international responsibilities of countries to protect individuals from persecution based on political grounds.