Adán Augusto López, senator and leader of Morena in the Mexican Senate, has publicly addressed allegations linking him to organized crime, specifically accusations related to Hernán Bermúdez and the criminal group La Barredora in Tabasco. López denied any involvement, stating he has never had any indication of wrongdoing during his tenure as governor and secretary of the interior. He emphasized his willingness to cooperate with judicial authorities and declared that he does not require legal immunity to respond to any summons. The opposition parties PRI and PAN demanded that López step down from his Senate seat to face the accusations, but Morena senators rejected this call, providing him political support. The controversy sparked a heated debate in the Permanent Commission of Congress, where López defended himself amid sharp exchanges. His role as a trusted operator and close ally of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador was highlighted in commentary, underscoring his influence within the ruling party. Despite opposition pressure, Morena maintained its backing for López, blocking efforts to push him toward resignation or leave of absence.