Morena names Ana Lilia Rivera its virtual gubernatorial candidate in Tlaxcala
Morena named senator on leave Ana Lilia Rivera its coordinator for the Defense of the Fourth Transformation and Sovereignty in Tlaxcala on September 28, 2026. Rivera became the virtual gubernatorial candidate following an internal survey, prompting rival Alfonso Sánchez García to leave.
Why it mattersRivera secures the nomination after losing the contest six years ago, cementing Morena's line of succession under sitting Governor Lorena Cuéllar.
How we got here
- A published poll placed Rivera at 49.39 percent and Sánchez at 15.49 percent. Mx
- Morena delayed its announcement and set it for around midday. Mx
- Morena named Rivera coordinator after presenting internal survey results. Mx
- Sánchez left the World Trade Center venue upon learning the results. Mx
- The gubernatorial election is scheduled to take place. Sdpnoticias
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