Congress vs. Mayor: Tequila councilman summoned for journalist's arrest

The Jalisco Congress is seeking the appearance of Tequila Mayor Diego Rivera to explain the controversial arrest of a cameraman during a federal operation. Discover the political background of this confrontation.

The arrest of a cameraman during an FGR operation in Tequila has escalated into the political arena. The Citizen Movement faction in the Jalisco Congress announced it will request the appearance of Mayor Diego Rivera, while the State Human Rights Commission has already issued precautionary measures in connection with the incident.

Guadalajara, Jalisco.- The echo of the federal operation at the National Tequila Museum and the subsequent arrest of a journalist has reached the Jalisco Legislative Palace. In a clear sign that the incident will not be ignored, the Citizen Movement (MC) party, which holds the majority in the local Congress, has declared its intention to summon the mayor of Tequila, Diego Rivera, to appear.

The purpose of the appearance is for the mayor to publicly and in detail explain the reasons that led the police under his command to arrest a cameraman from N+ while he was covering the investigation by the Attorney General's Office (FGR). This political movement seeks to establish accountability and send a strong message about the protection of journalism in the state.

The Congressional action follows the intervention of the Jalisco State Human Rights Commission (CEDHJ), which, acting ex officio, issued precautionary measures to safeguard the integrity of the journalist and freedom of the press, a fundamental pillar of democracy.

A Power Conflict in the Public Arena

The decision to hold the mayor of Tequila accountable highlights a power struggle between the state and municipal governments. Since the local police carried out the arrest during a federal operation, it opens a debate about municipal autonomy and the possible overreach of functions.

Politically, it is significant that the ruling party at the state level, Movimiento Ciudadano, is spearheading the initiative to challenge a mayor, suggesting that media and social pressure has made silence or inaction unsustainable.

Mayor Under Scrutiny on Multiple Fronts

For Mayor Diego Rivera, this summons adds to a series of questions about his administration. Previous reports already indicated an investigation into him for alleged irregular renovations in buildings considered part of the Magical Town's historical heritage. This pre-existing tension could intensify the scrutiny during his eventual appearance before the deputies.

"The Attorney General's Office will be the one to follow up on the case of the cameraman arrested in Tequila," stated an official source, indicating that the matter has transcended the local sphere and is now of federal interest, increasing pressure on the municipal administration.

The request for an appearance will have to follow its legislative course, but the intention alone has already established a clear political stance. Jalisco legislators are seeking not only answers, but also a precedent so that no local government interferes with citizens' right to be informed. Attention now turns to the mayor's response and whether he will respond to Congress's call to address the questions surrounding his administration.