On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, former president Andr\u00e9s Manuel L\u00f3pez Obrador (AMLO) reemerged publicly alongside his son, \u2018Andy\u2019 L\u00f3pez Beltr\u00e1n, who is now seeking a seat as a federal deputy representing Tabasco. <\/p>\n
This appearance marks one of AMLO\u2019s rare public moments since stepping down from the presidency in October 2024, a period during which he has largely stayed out of the spotlight, except for notable instances like voting in the 2025 Judicial Power elections and advocating for Cuba amid the U.S. oil blockade. <\/p>\n
\u2018Andy\u2019 L\u00f3pez Beltr\u00e1n, who recently resigned as Morena\u2019s Secretary General to pursue candidacy, shared a photo on Instagram with the message: \u201cI am the son of those who love and fought for the people.\u201d His decision to run comes ahead of the 2027 midterm elections, which will renew the entire Chamber of Deputies. <\/p>\n
In a letter addressed to Ariadna Montiel, Morena\u2019s national leader, L\u00f3pez Beltr\u00e1n confirmed his intention to compete in Morena\u2019s internal selection process for the District 6 candidacy in Tabasco. This state remains a stronghold for Morena, which secured the governorship with Javier May and all six federal deputy seats in the 2024 elections. <\/p>\n
On June 2, Montiel announced that Morena is still finalizing the calendar for candidate calls and plans to invite Citlalli Hern\u00e1ndez, president of the National Elections Commission, to provide detailed information soon. <\/p>\n
In a radio interview in Tabasco, L\u00f3pez Beltr\u00e1n explained that until now, he had honored a pact not to seek elected office while his father remained politically active, acknowledging the ethical concerns and the advantage his surname might confer. \u201cMorally and ethically, it wasn\u2019t right because it would have given me an advantage,\u201d he said. <\/p>\n
He also emphasized his desire not to interfere with AMLO\u2019s work or fuel opposition criticism, stating, \u201cI stayed on the sidelines, but now it\u2019s my turn.\u201d L\u00f3pez Beltr\u00e1n shared that AMLO personally congratulated him on his candidacy, expressing happiness about his decision to run in their home state. <\/p>\n
Looking ahead to his campaign, L\u00f3pez Beltr\u00e1n announced he will avoid giving platforms to media outlets he considers \u201copposition mouthpieces\u201d that spread misinformation about his family. <\/p>\n
This development signals a new phase for the L\u00f3pez Obrador legacy in Tabasco\u2019s political landscape, blending continuity with fresh ambitions as the 2027 elections approach.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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