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Morena Sets May 3 Extraordinary Congress to Replace Party Chief

The overhaul positions the ruling movement to tighten organization for the 2027 midterm elections.

Overview

  • Morena, which published the formal call Sunday, set an extraordinary National Congress for May 3 at Mexico City's World Trade Center.
  • Delegates will choose a new party president to replace Luisa María Alcalde and a new finance chief, with terms running through October 2027.
  • Reports inside the party name Welfare Secretary Ariadna Montiel as the frontrunner, though she avoided confirming interest when pressed by reporters.
  • Party plans also point to Citlalli Hernández taking charge of the National Commission of Elections and Alliances to steer candidate selection and pacts.
  • Political analysts say the rapid reset strengthens President Claudia Sheinbaum’s hold over Morena and could steady relations with allies PVEM and PT before the 2027 contests.