Luis Javier de la Rocha Zazueta, a candidate for congressman in Sinaloa, recently made controversial statements regarding the role of organized crime in maintaining order in the state. During a public appearance, De la Rocha claimed that Sinaloa’s relative security compared to other regions in Mexico is due to the influence of organized crime rather than government efforts. He specifically criticized the federal government’s “hugs, not bullets” policy, suggesting that it has failed to address security concerns effectively.
De la Rocha argued that organized crime groups have established a form of control that prevents the chaos seen in other states like Michoacán. He stated that this control is not a result of actions by state or municipal police, the National Guard, or other official security forces. Instead, he attributed the stability in Sinaloa to the presence of these criminal organizations.
Candidato de @PartidoMorenaMx, acepta que el crímen organizado controla todo y que "vivimos bien" gracias a ellos…
Y a los abrazos y tratos qué @lopezobrador_ y @Claudiashein tiene con ellos.
. pic.twitter.com/Gfv9wDGDyq— 🇮🇱 мαѕтєя σf ρυρρєтѕ #TUCAM 🇺🇦 (@ManuelVegaMX) March 28, 2025
These remarks have sparked significant debate, with critics accusing De la Rocha of normalizing or even endorsing the influence of cartels in public life. Others see his comments as a stark acknowledgment of the challenges Mexico faces in combating organized crime and ensuring public safety through legitimate means.
The statements highlight the complex dynamics between organized crime and governance in Mexico, raising questions about the effectiveness of current security policies and the role of political figures in addressing these issues.
Source: Luz Noticias
