Gerardo Fernández Noroña, a senator from the Morena party in Mexico, announced the removal of certain videos from his social media accounts that were implicated in a complaint filed with the Michoacán Electoral Institute (IEM) due to alleged harassment of Grecia Quiroz García, the mayor of Uruapan. Despite this action, Noroña asserted that he did not engage in any intimidating or harassing behavior towards Quiroz, emphasizing his commitment to freedom of expression in a formal communication addressed to the IEM.

In his statement, Noroña reiterated that he had followed the directive from the IEM, which required him to delete specific comments targeting the mayor. He clarified that technical restrictions on the YouTube platform prevented him from making alterations to the videos after they were published, complicating compliance with the request. As a legislator, Noroña maintains the stance that his criticisms are part of his rights and responsibilities and that he will continue to voice his opinions regarding public figures, including Quiroz.

This situation sheds light on the ongoing tensions between politicians and local officials in Mexico, particularly concerning freedom of speech and the boundaries of public discourse. By removing the content, Noroña may have aimed to mitigate any further fallout from the complaint while reinforcing his position against what he describes as unfounded allegations of harassment. The implications of this case may influence how public figures engage in criticism of one another and the potential repercussions of vocal opposition in the political landscape of Michoacán and beyond.