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Start of campaigns for local deputies in Hidalgo delayed by 11 hours
Due to a delay by the General Council of the Instituto Estatal Electoral de Hidalgo (IEEH) in approving candidate registrations, the start of campaigns for local deputy candidates in Hidalgo was postponed by 11 hours. The delay affected candidates from various political coalitions and parties, including PAN, PRI, PRD, Morena, and others. The IEEH validated the candidacies by late morning, allowing campaigns to commence. The article also notes the upcoming start of mayoral campaigns and the composition requirements of the Hidalgo Congress.
Former primary school principal in Hidalgo seeks legal protection after student's death
Rufino Jiménez Reyes, former principal of Benito Juárez primary school in Hidalgo, sought legal protection to avoid arrest after being accused of negligence leading to the death of 11-year-old Adriel Moreno Mejía. The incident involved two students causing severe injuries to Adriel, which led to his death. Both Jiménez and sixth-grade teacher Flor Isela Percastegui face charges of negligent homicide. The case has sparked criticism of the school's handling of bullying and the principal's political ambitions.
Morena in Querétaro has 'Plan B' if Santiago Nieto's candidacy is revoked
Mauricio Ruiz Olaes, a national advisor and former state leader of Morena in Querétaro, stated that the party has a contingency plan to replace Santiago Nieto Castillo for the Senate candidacy if the TEPJF upholds the decision to revoke his nomination due to an alleged failure to meet the six-month residency requirement. Ruiz expressed confidence that Nieto would retain the candidacy but emphasized the need for a replacement to be committed to 'pure Morenism,' unlike Lily Téllez, who was accused of betraying the party after being elected to the Senate with its support. The final list of nominees for the upcoming local elections is expected to be completed by April 7, focusing on those who have worked towards the Fourth Transformation.
Candidate of PRI for Huautla, Hidalgo mayoralty dies of a heart attack
Mario Reyes Ramos, a candidate from the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) for the mayoralty of Huautla, Hidalgo, has died of a heart attack. The article provides factual information about his death without delving into political implications or sentiments.
Three evangelicals detained in the community of Coamila, Hidalgo
Rogelio Hernández, pastor of the evangelical church La Gran Comisión de Tapanco, and two congregation members, Nicolás and Hilario, were detained for several hours in the indigenous community jail of Coamila, Huejutla, in the Hidalgo region. The detention occurred during a procession for the local patron saint at the beginning of Holy Week, after Pastor Hernández made disparaging comments about the procession. The local Catholic parishioners, led by the delegate of Coamila, Gerardo Oropeza, congregated and ordered their arrest. The Iglesia Bíblica Bautista El Faro de Altamira attributed the detention to religious intolerance and called for prayers for their release. After 24 hours and a fine of 30,000 pesos, the evangelicals were released with a commitment to respect the Catholic church members and support community activities.
Revocan la candidatura de Santiago Nieto Castillo al Senado
The Regional Toluca Chamber of the Electoral Tribunal of the Federal Judiciary (TEPJF) revoked Santiago Nieto Castillo's candidacy for senator from Querétaro, nominated by Morena, due to a residency requirement issue. The decision followed an impugnation by the coalition Fuerza y Corazón por México, which argued that Nieto Castillo did not meet the six-month residency requirement. Nieto Castillo, who previously served as the head of the Financial Intelligence Unit, plans to appeal the decision. If the appeal is unsuccessful, Morena will need to nominate a replacement candidate.
Santiago Nieto to file an appeal before the TEPJF for the revocation of his candidacy
Santiago Nieto Castillo announced he will file an appeal with the Superior Chamber of the Electoral Tribunal of the Judicial Power of the Federation (TEPJF) after his candidacy for senator by Morena was revoked due to an alleged lack of residency in Querétaro. Nieto accused the governor of Querétaro, Mauricio Kuri González, and the PAN of being behind the decision. He denied any involvement by Alejandro Gertz Manero, head of the FGR, and affirmed his Queretaro residency, stating he has three days to file the appeal. Nieto also plans to continue participating in Morena's campaign events and aims to remove PAN from the Querétaro government in the 2027 election.
Artisans from Querétaro denounce 'floor charge' with the consent of the mayor
Artisans in Querétaro accuse Marina Martínez, leader of the Los Quetzales collective, of charging fees for using public spaces with the consent of local officials, including Mayor Luis Nava and Francisco Espíndola. Martínez allegedly uses two names for her group to gain access to fairs and charge artisans for participation. She is also accused of demanding additional payments and gifts for events, and coercing artisans to attend political events for the Partido Acción Nacional (PAN) under threat of exclusion from the collective.
TEPJF revokes Santiago Nieto's candidacy for the Senate for Querétaro
The Regional Chamber of Toluca of the Electoral Tribunal of the Federal Judiciary (TEPJF) revoked Santiago Nieto Castillo's candidacy for the Senate for Querétaro, following an impugnation by the coalition Fuerza y Corazón de México. The coalition argued that Nieto did not meet the residency requirements. Nieto, who previously held a position in Hidalgo, plans to appeal the decision. If the appeal fails, Morena will need to designate a substitute candidate.
Explosion in biodiesel processor in Querétaro leaves one injured
An explosion at a biodiesel processing plant in Tequisquiapan, Querétaro, resulted in one person being seriously injured and significant material losses. The injured individual was urgently transported to a hospital in San Juan del Río with severe burns. The cause of the explosion, which led to a fire, remains unknown, though unofficial reports suggest it originated from a fuel storage tank. The plant had been closed days earlier for failing to meet safety regulations. Nearby residents were evacuated as a precaution, and firefighting efforts were undertaken by local firefighters and civil protection personnel.
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