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Journalist safety and press freedom in Mexico

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Recent developments in Mexico involve institutional and political responses to incidents affecting journalists. In August 2026, the Mexico City Prosecutor’s Office issued a formal public apology to journalist Humberto Padgett León and his family. This apology, delivered at the Mexico City Human Rights Commission, acknowledged institutional failures to protect Padgett’s personal data and deficiencies in investigating a 2017 robbery and assault. The office admitted that the failure to safeguard information allowed it to reach individuals linked to attacks against the journalist. In September 2026, Senator Luis Fernando Salazar Fernández of the Morena party issued an apology following criticism of a social media post directed at news anchor Enrique Acevedo. After writing “vamos a ir tras de ti” (we are going after you) and calling Acevedo a “vulgar mentiroso” (vulgar liar), Salazar clarified that his intent was to pursue legal action rather than issue physical threats. President Claudia Sheinbaum condemned the senator’s language, emphasizing that public officials must avoid expressions that can be interpreted as threats against the press. By late September 2026, the incident involving Salazar and Acevedo continued to draw attention to the safety of the media. Following the backlash, Salazar deleted the post and issued a public apology, stating he valued the President’s commitment to press freedom. President Sheinbaum Pardo reiterated her stance during a press conference, distancing herself from the legislator’s actions and urging public servants to avoid language perceived as threatening. The incident occurred against a backdrop of heightened concern for journalists in Mexico, with reports indicating seven journalists had been killed that year while performing critical reporting in local media.

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