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Sheinbaum Urges Probe After Report of Morena Deputy Detained in Calexico With Cash

Sheinbaum cast the case as a matter for prosecutors pending confirmation of any offense.

Overview

  • The president called for an investigation and said Deputy Alejandra Ang should explain the reported retention as she tried to cross into the United States.
  • She reiterated an ethics message to her movement, saying power requires humility and public service with an honest life.
  • She reported having no further details after consulting the Security Cabinet, signaling that key facts remain unverified.
  • She said any confirmed crime should be handled by prosecutors, with jurisdiction to be determined between a state fiscalía and the federal FGR.
  • Media accounts conflict on the amount of cash allegedly carried, citing either 800,000 pesos or about $10,000.