Various Mexican state and local governments face accusations of links to organized crime and drug trafficking, with recent cases highlighting widespread corruption. Former Tabasco Security Secretary Hernan Bermudez Requena was arrested for alleged ties to the 'La Barredora' criminal group and forced disappearance. Additionally, the mayor of Tequila, Jalisco, was detained for allegedly leading an extortion ring targeting local businesses.

Hernán Bermúdez Requena es uno de los exfuncionarios señalados de tener vínculos con el crimen organizado, cuando fue secretario de Seguridad en Tabasco y colaboraba con La Barredora. <p>El <a href="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/mundo/2026/04/29/eu-acusa-a-ruben-rocha-moya-gobernador-de-sinaloa-y-a-otras-9-personas-de-narcotrafico/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/mundo/2026/04/29/eu-acusa-a-ruben-rocha-moya-gobernador-de-sinaloa-y-a-otras-9-personas-de-...