Mexico City Mayor Denies Alliance Accusations, Cites Threats to Life

Mexico City Mayor Responds to Accusations of Political Alliance Mexico City—Alessandra Rojo de la Vega, current mayor of the Cuauhtémoc borough, has forcefully denied allegations of a political pact with Senator Ricardo Monreal, leveled by former mayor Sandra Cuevas. The accusations, made public last week, ignited a heated political debate in the city. Rojo, in a recent video statement, described the accusations as part of a 'dirty war' against her. "It's a smear campaign," she stated, adding that her efforts to fight corruption had led to threats against her safety. News reports from earlier this year detail an armed attack on Rojo's vehicle, an incident she alluded to in her video. Cuevas, in her original statement, claimed to possess evidence of the alleged alliance, but has not yet presented it publicly. Rojo's video, which has gained significant traction on social media, counters Cuevas' claims and emphasizes her commitment to serving the people of Cuauhtémoc. The ongoing political conflict underscores the complexities of local politics in Mexico City.