Mexico: IEES to Discuss Revocation of Mandate for Governor Rocha Moya

Mexico's Instituto Electoral y de Participación Ciudadana (IEES) to Consider Mandate Revocation Request

The Instituto Electoral y de Participación Ciudadana (IEES) of Sinaloa, Mexico, will convene this Wednesday to determine whether to initiate the process of revoking the mandate of Governor Rubén Rocha Moya.

Request Submitted by Citizens

The request for revocation was submitted by a group of citizens who gathered over 300,000 signatures, surpassing the 10% threshold required by law.

Reasons for Revocation

The petitioners allege that Governor Rocha Moya has failed to fulfill his campaign promises, particularly regarding security, economic development, and transparency.

Process of Mandate Revocation

If the IEES approves the request, a referendum will be held within 90 days.

For the mandate to be revoked, over 40% of registered voters must participate in the referendum, and at least 60% of those who vote must support revocation.

Governor's Response

Governor Rocha Moya has denied the allegations, calling them "politically motivated."

He has also expressed confidence that he will remain in office, stating that he has the support of the people of Sinaloa.

Significance of Mandate Revocation

The potential revocation of Governor Rocha Moya's mandate would be a significant event in Mexican politics.

It would mark only the second time that a Mexican governor has been removed from office through a mandate revocation process.

Next Steps

The IEES is expected to make its decision on Wednesday, February 15th.

If the request is approved, the referendum will likely be held in May or June 2023.