Speaking at a press conference, Jesús Ruiz Uribe, a Morena member and former federal delegate in Baja California, said he believes the United States is actively working against governments that pursue independent economic and foreign policies.
According to Ruiz Uribe, Mexico is not the only target. He argued that countries such as Brazil and Colombia have also faced pressure by the Donald Trump’s Administration because of their efforts to maintain sovereign control over their own energy resources.
Claims of a long history of U.S. intervention
Ruiz Uribe said he views current tensions as part of a broader historical pattern, pointing to declassified documents and Cold War-era policies as examples of U.S. involvement in Latin America.
He referenced discussions involving the Kennedy family and Henry Kissinger; and argued that Washington has long sought to influence governments it views as strategic concerns.
The former federal official claimed that countries pursuing independent energy policies, broader international trade relationships and alliances outside the traditional U.S. sphere of influence often face increased pressure from Washington.
“The United States doesn’t like sovereign governments,” Ruiz Uribe emphasized, arguing that Mexico’s current political direction has placed it at odds with certain interests north of the border.
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References to Latin America and the CIA
Ruiz Uribe also pointed to U.S. involvement in Latin America during the 1970s, citing historical interventions and support for military governments in countries including Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay.
He argued that similar dynamics continue today, though under different circumstances, and claimed the United States is still attempting to shape political outcomes across the region.
The Morena politician also weighed in on recent controversy involving Chihuahua Governor Maru Campos and allegations regarding the presence of CIA agents in the state. He mentioned that, in case the allegation currently investigated is proven, “it would be a matter far more serious than the Rocha Moya situation”.
Ruiz Uribe alleged that intelligence agencies typically operate covertly rather than through formal requests and claimed such operations have historically involved a variety of methods and cover identities.
He further argued that any cooperation with foreign intelligence services should be treated as a serious matter, particularly if it involves public officials.
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Supports constitutional reform on foreign interference
Ruiz Uribe also voiced support for a recently approved constitutional reform that would allow elections to be invalidated if foreign interference is found to have influenced the outcome.
He described the measure as a necessary safeguard, arguing that Mexico must remain vigilant while maintaining its economic relationship with the United States.
