**AMLO Confirms Son’s Plans to Seek Position in Morena’s National Executive Committee**
In a recent press conference on September 9, 2024, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador revealed that his son, Andrés Manuel López Beltrán, commonly known as “Andy,” is aiming for a position in the National Executive Committee (CEN) of the Morena party, though the specific role was not disclosed. López Obrador emphasized that his other sons, José Ramón and Gonzalo, will not be participating in the government led by Claudia Sheinbaum, which begins on October 1, 2024, as they have expressed their intentions not to do so.
During his morning press briefing at the National Palace, López Obrador mentioned that Andy wishes to help consolidate Morena, the party founded by his father. The President assured that he would not influence Andy’s political decisions, as the process will be through Morena’s internal elections. “José Ramón and Gonzalo will not work in the government. Andy will participate in Morena, but I will not influence his actions. He wants to contribute to Morena,” stated the President.
When asked whether Andy aimed for the General Secretary or the Presidency, López Obrador responded, “I don’t think for those roles, but he does want to participate. He aims to be elected through the proper channels, and I have nothing to do with it since I am retiring.”
The VII Extraordinary National Congress of Morena is scheduled for September 22, 2024, at the World Trade Center in Mexico City. This meeting will facilitate the renewal of the Morena Presidency and General Secretary, with the new leadership starting on October 1, 2024.
Recently, a group of National Counselors of Morena in Tabasco endorsed Andy’s candidacy for the General Secretary position. They envision him running alongside Luisa María Alcalde, who is seen as a unity candidate for the Morena Presidency.
Joaquín Baños Jiménez, head of Morena’s State Executive Committee in Tabasco, has supported Andy’s candidacy, acknowledging his efforts to aid the transformation his family champions. Additionally, César Raúl Ojeda Zubieta, a national counselor from Tabasco, has echoed the sentiment, emphasizing Andy’s experience and alignment with the party’s transformative goals.
López Obrador’s other sons, José Ramón and Gonzalo, publicly addressed unfounded accusations against them and reaffirmed their commitment to the ethical principles taught by their father. They maintain that their economic activities are honest and transparent, distancing themselves from any alleged involvements with organized crime or corruption.
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**Secondary News Update: Mexican Inflation and Key Economic Developments**
**Inflation Rate Declines**
For the first time in five months, Mexico’s inflation rate dropped to 4.99% in August 2024, a decline attributed to reduced prices in essential food items and energy. The lower inflation rate comes as a relief to many households facing economic pressures.
**Baja California’s Credit Rating Upgrade**
Financial confidence got a boost when Fitch Ratings increased Baja California’s sovereign rating to ‘BBB+(mex)’. The upgrade recognizes ongoing economic improvements and fiscal responsibility in the state.
**Temporary School Closures Due to Heatwave**
Due to extreme heat, the Lázaro Cárdenas pre-university institution suspended in-person classes in early September 2024. The institution plans to resume regular sessions once temperatures normalize.
**Senate Approves Judiciary Reform**
The Senate committees approved the general framework of judiciary reform, supported by members of the “Fourth Transformation” political movement. This reform aims to enhance judicial efficiency and align it with modern needs.
**Chargers Secure Victory**
In the sports arena, the Chargers celebrated a spectacular season-opening win against the Raiders. Fans witnessed an electrifying game that set a positive tone for the team’s aspirations this season.
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