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Senator Saúl Monreal Criticized After Video Shows Bandmate Wearing Swastika Shirt

The episode sharpens questions about his bid for Zacatecas governor under Morena's anti-nepotism rule.

Overview

  • Saúl Monreal shared a studio performance with the Zacatecas band The BadMen in which a bassist wore a red T‑shirt bearing a swastika.
  • The video drew online condemnation and press attention that framed the visible Nazi symbol as a possible incitement to hatred.
  • Hours after the outcry, Monreal posted a follow-up video saying he does not endorse or promote symbols tied to hate, discrimination or violence.
  • The session was recorded at Noise Terror Studio, and the band, a Fresnillo rock and blues trio, had not issued a public response as of the latest reports.
  • The incident carries political weight because Monreal has voiced interest in the Zacatecas governorship despite Morena rules barring relatives of the sitting governor, who is his brother.