On February 17, it was officially announced that Sergio Mayer Bretón, a deputy associated with the Movement for National Regeneration (Morena), would be a surprise participant in the new season of 'La Casa de los Famosos', a reality show produced by Telemundo. To join the reality television cast, Mayer filed for a leave of absence from his legislative duties. This request was submitted on February 11 to Kenia López Rabadán, the president of the Board of Directors, indicating his intent to step away from parliamentary responsibilities indefinitely starting February 17, the same day the new season launched. The decision for Mayer to join a reality show has elicited mixed reactions from the public. While some fans of 'La Casa de los Famosos' welcomed his participation as an exciting development, there were also widespread discontent and criticism regarding the timing of his leave, especially considering it comes just weeks after the commencement of the second ordinary session of the legislature. Critics argue that abandoning his parliamentary role for entertainment purposes undermines the seriousness of political responsibilities. This incident underscores the ongoing debate in Mexico regarding the roles of public officials and their responsibilities to their constituents versus personal pursuits in the entertainment industry. The broader implications may challenge public trust in lawmakers and could spark discussions on potential reforms regarding leave policies and the active engagement of elected officials in their duties, particularly amid critical legislative sessions.