Amid US drug charges, Mexican Governor Ruben Rocha requests office leave despite party tension
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- Rocha's return was not well received by either the Mexican government or the ruling Morena party, which accused him of prioritizing his personal interests over those of the public.S1
- Embroiled in drug trafficking charges, Ruben Rocha Moya has asked for another leave of absence just days after returning to his position as Sinaloa state governor.S2
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Amid US drug charges, Mexican Governor Ruben Rocha requests office leave despite party tension
Rocha's return was not well received by either the Mexican government or the ruling Morena party, which accused him of prioritizing his personal interests over those of the public.
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Mexican governor facing US drug charges says leaving office
Embroiled in drug trafficking charges, Ruben Rocha Moya has asked for another leave of absence just days after returning to his position as Sinaloa state governor.
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Published Aug 23, 2026
What to know
- Rocha's return was not well received by either the Mexican government or the ruling Morena party, which accused him of prioritizing his personal interests over those of the public.S1
- Embroiled in drug trafficking charges, Ruben Rocha Moya has asked for another leave of absence just days after returning to his position as Sinaloa state governor.S2
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