PRI leader criticizes Morena over proposed Anti-Memes Law
Original reporting: Hoy Tamaulipas
What happened
PRI Tamaulipas president Bruno Díaz Lara says a proposed copyright and industrial-property reform could restrict online expression while insecurity, organized crime and extortion persist.
Reporting and context
The president of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) in Tamaulipas, Bruno Díaz Lara, criticized Morena for backing a proposed reform popularly known as the “Anti-Memes Law,” arguing that it could restrict freedom of expression and democratic guarantees.
According to Hoy Tamaulipas, Díaz Lara said the reform addresses copyright and industrial property but does not clearly define which content could circulate freely on social media. He argued that Morena is prioritizing the measure while insecurity, organized crime and extortion remain problems in Mexico. He also cited politicians accused of fuel theft, mentioning Sinaloa Gov. Rubén Rocha Moya in that context.
Hoy Tamaulipas reported that Díaz Lara warned the proposal’s enforcement mechanisms, including potentially million-peso fines and pressure on internet providers, could create a chilling effect on journalism and access to information. He said the reform could make criticism of the government more difficult and accused Morena of restricting speech when it has the opportunity.
Source: Hoy Tamaulipas.