Morena leader in Colima sparks backlash with 'retire' comment

Mitsuko Márquez, the leader of Morena in Colima, stated on July 12 that anyone unhappy in Mexico 'should retire from this country,' igniting broad criticism and accusations of intolerance. In a press conference, Márquez said, 'Everyone who is not happy in this country should retire from this country. This country is wonderful, great. It has a stupendous economy.' Source: infobae

• The remark was widely condemned on social media as antidemocratic, with critics comparing it to authoritarian regimes. Source: heraldomx
• Márquez's comment came as she urged unity behind President Claudia Sheinbaum, but opponents argued it reflects a deeper intolerance within Morena. Source: mileniomx
• Separately, Morena's national president Ariadna Montiel rejected links to organized crime and defended the party's record, though she did not directly address Márquez's statement. Source: infobae