Mexico City Senator Addresses Criticism Over Finances and Travel

Mexico City Senator Lenia Batres Addresses Criticism Over Economic Status and Campaign Travel Mexico City—Senator Lenia Batres recently addressed public scrutiny regarding her economic condition and campaign travel expenses. In a short video, she clarified that she personally covers the costs of her plane tickets, asserting that her campaign receives no public or private funding. "They made fun of my economic condition," Batres stated in the video, "and the plane tickets I use for the campaign, I pay for them myself because we don't receive public or private financing." Batres' statement directly counters recent allegations questioning the financial transparency of her political activities. The video provides a direct response from the Senator, offering a clear perspective on the matter. This clarifies the situation and addresses public concerns regarding campaign financing in Mexico City.