**José Refugio Cañada Appointed as New Secretary-General of Tijuana’s XXIV City Council**
On Monday, August 19, José Refugio Cañada García was appointed as the new Secretary-General of the Government of Tijuana’s XXIV City Council. This follows the resignation of Miguel Ángel Bujanda Ruiz, who vacated the position amid recent threats. Previously serving as a councilman, Cañada García was chosen during the 44th session of the City Council, which saw the participation of several council members who had been absent for the last eight sessions.
The council members who voted in favor of his appointment included Claudia Casas, Mónica Vázquez, David Rubalcaba, Patricia Echeverría, Juan Carlos Hank, Edgar Montiel, Georgina Arana, Sandra Magaña, and Alejandro Cabrera. In total, Cañada García received 10 votes, reflecting strong support from his peers.
Expressing his gratitude and commitment, Cañada García stated, “It’s a great responsibility that I undertake today, continuing to work with the council members on all important issues for the citizens. I will have conversations with them to find solutions and work towards the benefit of the community.”
Before his new role, Cañada García was a councilman for the Labor Party (PT), overseeing the Community Safety and Civil Protection Commission. He is now succeeded by Domingo Juárez. Cañada García’s political career includes serving as the leader of the Municipal Executive Commission of the Labor Party from 2009 to 2013, as the President of the Social Development Commission during the XXI City Council from 2013 to 2016, and as the State Executive Committee leader of the Labor Party from 2016 to 2019.
The recent appointment follows the resignation of Miguel Ángel Bujanda, who was reportedly threatened on August 10 by the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), with human remains and a threatening note left in a vehicle. The note warned Bujanda against interfering with the cartel.
### Additional News: Rise in Political Threats Amidst Tijuana’s Turbulent Political Climate
Recent developments in Tijuana have shown a concerning rise in threats against local politicians. In early August, several political figures reported receiving threats supposedly orchestrated by criminal organizations, highlighting the dangerous environment city officials are navigating. These threats have added to the complexity of maintaining governance and public safety in the region.
The resignation of Miguel Ángel Bujanda amidst these threats underscores the pervasive influence of criminal elements in regional politics. Security experts emphasize the urgent need for reinforced measures to protect public officials and ensure the continuity of governance in the face of such challenges.
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