PRI Leader Faces Legal Scrutiny While Spotted at Washington D.C. Restaurant
Amidst growing legal challenges in Mexico, Alejandro Moreno Cárdenas, national leader of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), has been observed in Washington, D.C., fueling further scrutiny of his actions. The appearance comes as the Chamber of Deputies considers a new request to strip him of parliamentary immunity, a process known as desafuero.
The sighting occurred at the Old Ebbitt Grill, a well-known and upscale restaurant in the U.S. capital. A video circulating on social media platforms appears to show Moreno Cárdenas, often referred to as “Alito,” engaged in animated conversation with an unidentified individual.
The timing of this trip is particularly sensitive. Just days prior, Moreno Cárdenas publicly announced his intention to file formal complaints with both the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). These complaints, he stated, would target politicians from the Morena party, alleging their involvement in acts of corruption.
According to reports, the move to pursue desafuero originated with the Prosecutor’s Office in Campeche, which has submitted a new request for the removal of Moreno Cárdenas’ immunity. The specific allegations driving these legal efforts remain undisclosed, but they represent a significant escalation in the political pressure facing the PRI leader.
The juxtaposition of facing potential legal repercussions at home and being seen at a luxurious restaurant abroad is likely to intensify criticism of Moreno Cárdenas. Observers will be closely watching how these developments unfold and what impact they will have on the political landscape in Mexico. The PRI has yet to release an official statement regarding Moreno Cárdenas’ trip to Washington, D.C., or the allegations against him.
