Morena intensifies internal organization ahead of 2027 elections

Mexico’s ruling Morena party is accelerating its internal preparations for the 2027 electoral cycle. In the State of Mexico, incumbent mayors—including Isaac Montoya (Naucalpan) and Rosi Wong (Tecámac)—are positioning themselves for re‑election as the party readies municipal coordinator selections slated for September 22, which will set the stage for candidate nomination in 125 municipalities.

The party’s national leadership has issued a document mandating that territorial coordinators achieve “30 million votes” through house‑to‑house canvassing, requiring each operational coordinator (COT) to visit 15 homes daily, with failure leading to dismissal. The strategy also calls for the mass distribution of the Regeneración newspaper, targeting 15 million copies to party structures and legislators.

President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that seven cabinet members, including Ariadna Montiel and Citlalli Hernández, will leave their posts to pursue Morena’s internal candidacies, in line with the party’s rule separating public duties from electoral ambitions. She pledged orderly transitions and warned against using public resources for campaign purposes.

Party officials such as Ricardo Monreal and state leaders in Morelos and Querétaro emphasized the need for internal unity, democratic procedures, and greater female representation in gubernatorial races. Opposition voices, notably PRI’s César Lugo in Sinaloa, criticised Morena for prioritising the 2027 campaign over addressing local security, health and agricultural concerns.

Overall, Morena’s drive encompasses candidate selection, grassroots mobilization, media outreach, and internal disciplinary mechanisms as it seeks to consolidate power ahead of the 2027 elections.