PAN Politician's Insult to Noroña Ignites Political Row in Mexico

Chihuahua Politician's Attack on Noroña Sparks Political Firestorm A heated exchange between Alfredo Chávez, the coordinator of the PAN party's congressional delegation in Chihuahua, and prominent Mexican politician Gerardo Fernández Noroña has ignited a political firestorm. The incident, captured on video and widely shared on social media, began with Chávez's strong criticism of Noroña during a press conference. "Se lo digo fuerte y claro de parte de los 12 diputados del PAN: le decimos al presidente del Senado que ch*ngue a su m*dre," Chávez declared, unleashing a torrent of harsh words. Noroña responded by calling Chávez a "cobarde" (coward), stating, "no conozco al diputado local panista y aunque lo conociera no tendría derecho a injuriarme." The incident follows a public apology offered to Noroña by a citizen, highlighting the sensitivity surrounding the issue and the deep political divisions in Mexico. The clash underscores the increasingly aggressive rhetoric in Mexican politics and raises questions about the standards of conduct expected of elected officials. The event serves as a reminder of the intense political polarization currently shaping the nation's political landscape.