Carlos Manzo, alcalde de Uruapan, Enfrenta Narcopolítica y Crimen Organizado a Cara Descubierta

Uruapan, Michoacán, is one of the most attractive cities for organized crime due to its economic wealth and the complicity of "disorganized politics." In this episode of Pie de Nota, we speak with the courageous mayor of Uruapan, who, with unusual frankness, reveals the challenges of governing in a territory plagued by narcopolitics. The mayor, who came to power independently, without ties to political parties or criminal groups, exposes the harsh reality: political and criminal interests are intertwined, complicating the development of the municipality. Key points of the analysis: Narcopolitics Exposed: The mayor openly points out how organized crime has managed to position politicians aligned with its illicit activities in the region. Empowering the Police: Taking a firm stance and backed by the Federal Law on the Use of Force, the mayor has instructed his police officers to respond with lethal force if they face an attack that threatens the public, even if it means "shooting down criminals." Inequality in Weapons: He admits that the municipal police lack the firepower (.50 rifles, AK-47s) that criminal groups have, urgently calling for the intervention of the Army, Navy, and National Guard. The Secret Training Camp: He reveals the discovery of a cartel training camp near Uruapan, with the presence of foreigners (Colombians and Venezuelans), a claim that has been denied by the Michoacán Public Security Secretariat. The mayor shares how he himself participates in these risky operations. Solitude and Integrity: He explains that many other mayors do not dare to confront organized crime due to their political commitments. The mayor of Uruapan emphasizes his personal conviction and commitment to not colluding with any criminal group to protect his population. Criticism of the Federal Strategy: Although he respects President Sheinbaum, the mayor calls for "greater, faster, and more decisive attention" to security issues, as the "non-confrontation" strategy is not yielding short-term results and many innocent lives are being lost. This video is a direct and courageous testimony about the fight for the rule of law in Mexico, the need for a more informed citizenry in elections, and the urgency for the federal government to assume its responsibility in the face of the penetration of organized crime. #Uruapan #Michoacán #Mayor #Narcopolitics #OrganizedCrime #PublicSecurity #Mexico #TrainingCamps #UseOfForce #Corruption #Footnote #MexicoNews