Overview
- Footage posted on December 25 by the account Vampipe shows José Ramón López Beltrán exiting a Loro Piana boutique in Houston carrying multiple shopping bags, including an orange one associated with Hermès.
- On X, López Beltrán replied "Nada" when asked what he bought and later defended his reputation in posts responding to criticism from businessman Ricardo Salinas Pliego.
- His wife, Carolyn Adams, publicly defended their family on Instagram, saying their possessions come from work and asking that their children not be targeted.
- Outlets identify the brands seen in the video but report no official confirmation of any purchases or their value.
- Coverage revisits unresolved scrutiny that includes a September PAN complaint filed with the FGR naming López Beltrán and prior ‘Casa Gris’ reporting, with authorities offering no new public updates.