Controversy in Zacatecas: Lawyer Files Injunction Allegedly Without Consent of López Obrador’s Children.
On September 16, 2025, legal and political circles in Mexico were shaken by the revelation that a lawyer identified as Francisco Javier Rodríguez Smith McDonald—also referred to in some filings as Juan Francisco Rodríguez Smith McDonald—filed a legal injunction (amparo) in Zacatecas on behalf of several individuals, including two children of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, allegedly without their direct authorization.
The injunction, filed before the First District Court in Zacatecas, seeks protection against potential investigations or legal actions stemming from recent corruption probes involving public contracts and financial disclosures. The document names José Ramón López Beltrán and Andrés Manuel López Beltrán as petitioners, along with Daniel Asaf, López Obrador’s former chief of staff, and Jesús Ramírez Cuevas, former presidential spokesperson.
According to sources close to the case, none of the named individuals had formally requested the injunction, raising serious ethical and legal concerns about the legitimacy of the filing. The court has since requested clarification and proof of representation from Rodríguez Smith McDonald, who has yet to publicly respond.
The incident has sparked debate over the misuse of legal instruments and the vulnerability of public figures to unauthorized legal maneuvers. Critics argue that such actions undermine the integrity of the judicial system and could be used to shield individuals from scrutiny without due process.
The Federal Judiciary Council (CJF) has confirmed that it is reviewing the case for possible disciplinary action. Meanwhile, the named individuals have reportedly denied any involvement and may pursue legal remedies to disassociate themselves from the filing.
This episode adds a new layer of complexity to Mexico’s evolving legal landscape, especially amid heightened public attention to transparency and accountability.
According to radioformula.com.mx, it’s not one but three injunctions that have been filed by lawyers in Zacatecas, Tabasco, and Mexico City.
Source: radioformula.com.mx
