A journalist in the Mexican state of Campeche has accused the governor, Layda Sansores, of harassment and censorship against the media. Jorge González, a former editor of Diario Tribuna, was charged with inciting hatred against Governor Sansores last Friday.
González claims that Governor Sansores has been harassing journalists since taking office seven years ago. He explained in an interview that he has already retired from his position as editor and no longer owns the newspaper, which was ordered to be closed by a judge.
The journalist said that Governor Sansores has been trying to intimidate him and silence him through various means, including having him arrested on April 9 and detained for 48 hours. González claimed that during his arrest, he was beaten and handcuffed, and was not allowed to see a doctor until after being taken to the hospital.
González accused Governor Sansores of attempting to take over the media in Campeche by shutting down newspapers and intimidating journalists. He said that since she took office, five media outlets have been shut down, leaving none operating in the state.
In response to González’s accusations, Governor Sansores referred to him as “Don Piranha” and claimed that he had made misogynistic attacks against her on his program. However, González denied these claims and said that he was simply asking questions about alleged acts of corruption at the state DIF (National Institute of Information and Communications).
González plans to defend himself against the charges brought against him by Governor Sansores’ administration. He stated that he will not leave Campeche and will continue to fight for his right to free speech and journalism.
This case has sparked concerns about media censorship and government interference in the press, highlighting the need for greater protection of journalists and their rights in Mexico.
Source: El Financiero
