Journalist María Idalia Gómez has revealed that United States authorities have been actively tracking the movements of businessman Amílcar Olán since his departure from Mexico. According to Gómez, this surveillance has allowed for the documentation of his interactions, including messages, phone calls, and various business meetings, particularly within his base of operations in Lugano, Switzerland.
The reports suggest that the focus of these investigations extends far beyond the controversial “Grupo Tabasco.” Gómez indicates that the scope of the probe likely encompasses broader networks of corruption and money laundering. She noted that while the public focus has been on Olán’s immediate circle, the information gathered points toward a systemic web of illicit activities involving multiple actors.
Gómez further highlighted that the information being gathered by U.S. authorities could lead to significant repercussions for numerous companies and political figures. She suggested that the investigations might eventually target a wide array of entities—estimated to include at least 50 companies—across several Mexican states, including Tabasco, Chiapas, Veracruz, Colima, Quintana Roo, Yucatán, Jalisco, and Baja California.
Furthermore, the journalist connected these developments to larger geopolitical tensions, suggesting that the crackdown on these financial networks could be a strategic move by the U.S. to counter interests from China and Iran. She cautioned that these findings could create significant pressure on Mexico leading up to the 2027 intermediate elections, emphasizing that addressing systemic corruption is a critical step toward securing national sovereignty against foreign interference.