Mexican governor indicted by the US seeks leave again after contentious return to office
A Mexican governor accused of drug trafficking ties by the U.S. returned to office, then left again after one day due to opposition from his own party. The back-and-forth reflects tensions between Mexico and the United States over the charges against him.
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3 sourcesMexican governor indicted by the US seeks leave again after contentious return to office
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4 sourcesMexican governor indicted by US seeks leave again after contentious return to office
Mexican official accused by U.S. of drug trafficking abruptly resigns again
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2 developments- Aug 21Only lean-left coverage:Mexico Governor Ruben Rocha returns to office despite US criminal charges
- Aug 23Mexican governor indicted by the US seeks leave again after contentious return to office
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