the municipal president of el Mante, Martha patricia Chio de la Garza, has faced criticism after presenting her initial declaration of patrimonial situation with most facts classified as “confidential.” This lack of transparency has raised concerns about the true state of her assets.

According to the two-page document, the mayor reported a net monthly income of 61 thousand 467 pesos for her public office. However,details regarding real estate,vehicles,movable property,investments,bank accounts,debts,and loans were all marked as confidential,citing privacy concerns.

This has resulted in a public statement lacking relevant data, making it challenging for citizens to assess the mayor’s financial standing upon assuming office. The declaration submitted to the Municipal Comptroller omits crucial information, hindering the ability to determine whether her lifestyle aligns with her official income.

Opacity and Legal Obligations

Compounding the issue is the absence of a publicly registered patrimonial declaration for the current year (2025) as of september, which violates the legal requirement to present and update this information annually.

The mayor’s refusal to transparent her assets to her governed contradicts her accountability speech.

Critics argue that the mayor’s reluctance to disclose her assets contradicts her commitment to accountability, making it challenging to detect potential conflicts of interest and prevent illicit enrichment.

The continued opacity surrounding the assets of the Municipal President of El Mante fuels citizen doubts regarding her income during her tenure as mayor.