Guatemala Denies First Lady's Exile in Mexico, Counters Costa Rican President

Guatemala Denies Costa Rican Claim of First Lady's Exile In a recent press conference, Guatemala's Secretary of Communication, Santiago Palomo, firmly refuted claims made by Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves that the Guatemalan First Lady is currently in exile in Mexico. Palomo stated, "The First Lady has been attending to family matters and is also participating in an official international tour. This information circulating on social media is not accurate." The controversy arose from statements made by President Chaves, who alleged the First Lady had fled to Mexico. Palomo's statement directly contradicts this assertion. He further clarified that the First Lady's travels are part of a planned international trip, and her presence in Mexico is part of this itinerary, not an act of exile. The video provides footage from the press conference, bolstering the official Guatemalan response. While the video itself has some clickbait elements, the core information it presents is verifiable and relevant to the ongoing political narrative between the two nations. The situation highlights the importance of accurate reporting and the potential for misinformation to spread rapidly in the digital age. The Guatemalan government's swift response serves as a reminder of the importance of clear communication in international relations.