Tamaulipas municipal leaders face criticism over governance and finances

In Victoria, Tamaulipas, Mayor Eduardo “Lalo” Gattás announced the immediate removal of Transit Director José Luis Arroyo Negrete, citing a loss of trust after accusations of authority abuse and alleged overcharging for services. The mayor said the dismissal avoids a slower disciplinary process and announced a covert supervision plan for traffic operations.

In the neighboring municipality of Aldama, former mayor Jorge González Rosales, now a member of the Labor Party, warned that alleged debt accusations against the current PAN‑led administration are not large enough to halt public works. He called for transparent verification of claims, highlighted the impact of stalled infrastructure projects on local employment, and urged cooperation among political factions to address budget and service issues.