Chetumal, Quintana Roo — Following accusations by former Secretary of Government Gabriel Mendicuti Loría that ex-governor Carlos Joaquín González "sold the state to organized crime" during his administration, Governor Mara Lezama declined to issue a personal statement and instead deferred the matter to the State Security Council.
Security Council to Review Allegations
When questioned during a public hearing in Bacalar, Lezama responded briefly, stating, "The statements are out there, and the Security Council will handle it," framing her response within the framework of decisions made by the council.
Legacy of High Public Debt
In contrast to the security allegations, Lezama emphasized that one of the most significant burdens left by Joaquín’s administration was a substantial public debt, which her government has reportedly reduced by approximately 5 billion pesos.
She noted that the debt had reached 26.809 billion pesos and attributed the reduction to cost-containment measures, responsible financial management, and anti-corruption efforts. The governor asserted that these actions have led to Quintana Roo achieving its highest credit rating in years, with no major financial irregularities reported under her administration.
The investigation into the allegations against Joaquín remains pending further review by the State Security Council.
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