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At 72, López Obrador Marks Quiet Birthday in Palenque as Reports Point to Book and 2026 Tour

Growing talk of a new book with a 2026 tour is raising questions about his future role in Morena.

Overview

  • AMLO spent the day at his Palenque ranch, where family members were seen arriving for a private gathering.
  • President Claudia Sheinbaum and Morena leaders publicly sent birthday greetings, underscoring his continued stature in the movement.
  • A brief video from Palenque showed supporters approaching his vehicle, a rare sighting since his retirement from public life.
  • Multiple outlets report a forthcoming book and say a national tour in 2026 is under consideration, but no plans have been confirmed.
  • Commentators suggest any return to public events would test Morena’s internal balance and the current president’s leadership.