Overview
- A federal amparo revoked the one-year domiciliary restraint, allowing Rafael León to return to street reporting in Coatzacoalcos.
- The high-profile terrorism allegation was previously discarded; he remains linked to process for concealment by favor and crimes against public security institutions.
- León said he will adjust his coverage practices, avoiding arriving first to violent scenes to reduce friction with authorities.
- His defense has filed a second federal amparo seeking to throw out all counts, with a decision expected in roughly four to five months.
- National attention continues, with press groups expressing concern and state officials denying any campaign against journalists.