Sheinbaum Criticizes Sansores for Including Odebrecht-Linked Politician in Her Team
Sheinbaum Criticizes Sansores’ Appointment of Lavalle to Campeche Cabinet
Mexico City, Mexico - Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum publicly expressed her disapproval of Campeche Governor Layda Sansores’ decision to appoint Jorge Luis Lavalle to her cabinet. Lavalle, a former PAN senator from campeche, was named Secretary of Economic Growth last week.
“It’s a decision made by Layda, the governor,” Sheinbaum stated during a press conference. “I can tell you that I wouldn’t have invited him to my government.”
Lavalle’s appointment has sparked controversy due to his past involvement in the Odebrecht corruption case. Former Pemex CEO Emilio Lozoya implicated Lavalle in the scandal, leading to his imprisonment for over a year.
While Lavalle was granted house arrest in september 2022 due to health reasons adn required to wear an electronic monitoring bracelet, he still faces charges of money laundering, criminal conspiracy, and bribery.
Sheinbaum’s criticism highlights the ongoing debate within Mexico’s political landscape regarding the rehabilitation of individuals implicated in corruption scandals.
Sheinbaum: Lavalle Appointment “Not My Style”
Mexico City – mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum has publicly voiced her disagreement with Campeche Governor Layda Sansores’ decision to appoint Jorge Luis Lavalle to her cabinet. Lavalle,a former PAN senator from Campeche,was named Secretary of Economic growth last week.
“It’s a decision made by Layda, the governor,” Sheinbaum stated during a press conference. “I can tell you that I wouldn’t have invited him to my government.”
Lavalle’s appointment has drawn criticism due to his past involvement in the Odebrecht corruption scandal. Former Pemex CEO Emilio Lozoya implicated Lavalle in the scandal, which led to his imprisonment for over a year.
Even though Lavalle was granted house arrest in September 2022 due to health concerns and required to wear an electronic monitoring bracelet, he still faces charges of money laundering, criminal conspiracy, and bribery.
Sheinbaum’s criticism highlights the ongoing debate within Mexico’s political landscape surrounding the rehabilitation of individuals connected to corruption scandals.