Maru Campos, Governor of Chihuahua, appeared at the offices of the Attorney General’s Office (FGR) in Mexico City on May 27, 2026, to respond to a controversial summons linked to the dismantling of a narcolaboratory in Morelos.
She denounced the move as political persecution and received strong backing from leaders of the National Action Party (PAN).
The Summons and Context
- The FGR issued a citatorio (summons) for Campos regarding investigations into a narcolaboratory operation in Chihuahua, where reports suggested the involvement of CIA agents.
- Morena legislators accused Campos of treason, pushing for a political trial.
- Campos argued she has constitutional immunity as governor and insisted she was not formally accused of any crime.
Statements by Maru Campos
- Campos criticized what she described as federal authoritarianism, claiming Morena is targeting her for doing her job against organized crime.
- She declared: “No me han acusado formalmente de nada” (“I have not been formally accused of anything”).
- She emphasized that her presence at the FGR was to respond to errors in the summons, not to testify, and reaffirmed her commitment to defending Chihuahua from criminal groups.
Political Support
- Campos was accompanied by Jorge Romero, PAN’s national president, along with figures such as Ricardo Anaya, Alessandra Rojo, and Elías Lixa.
- Romero stated they were there to denounce the public prosecutor who issued the summons, calling it unconstitutional.
- PAN leaders framed the case as political persecution orchestrated by Morena.
Public Reaction
- In Chihuahua, citizens organized marches in support of Campos, praising her fight against organized crime.
- Campos contrasted her treatment with what she described as preferential handling of other governors, such as Rocha Moya, who face U.S. accusations of cartel ties.
The appearance of Maru Campos at the FGR highlights escalating tensions between opposition leaders and federal authorities. While Campos insists she has nothing to hide, the case underscores Mexico’s polarized political climate, where accusations of corruption and cartel links intertwine with claims of persecution and constitutional rights.
Source: Azteca Noticias
