# San Luis Potosí governance and security scrutiny

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/san-luis-potos-governance-and-security-scrutiny
> Updated: 2026-10-26T17:32:17.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In San Luis Potosí, government officials have faced increasing scrutiny regarding transparency and institutional conduct. Governor Ricardo Gallardo Cardona ordered cabinet members to testify before the State Congress to address the use of public resources and promote institutional dialogue. During this period, the independent news outlet REDSL reported experiencing digital harassment and coordinated attacks via automated accounts following critical reporting.

Concurrently, the Secretary of Security, Jesús Juárez Hernández, testified before the local Congress regarding 116 complaints filed against members of the State Civil Guard (GCE) in 2026. Juárez Hernández defended the force, alleging that organized crime groups are using false complaints and social media accusations to discredit law enforcement during active security operations. While he noted that 87 percent of cases found no responsibility, he acknowledged that six officers were dismissed for serious misconduct during the year.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: San Luis Potosí security official claims criminal groups target police with false complaints

San Luis Potosí's Security Secretary claims organized crime groups use false complaints to discredit the State Civil Guard following security operations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-luis-potos-security-official-claims-criminal-groups-target-police-with-false-complaints

### 2026-10-17: San Luis Potosí Governor orders cabinet testimony amid reports of media harassment

Governor Ricardo Gallardo Cardona has ordered his cabinet to testify before the San Luis Potosí Congress, while independent media REDSL reports digital harassment and bot attacks targeting its platforms.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-luis-potos-governor-orders-cabinet-testimony-amid-reports-of-media-harassment

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