Citrus Violence, Mogul’s Rally, & Deported Cubans

Mexico Decoded’s weekly briefing makes sense of the news that matters

1. Media Mogul Turns Birthday Into Political Rally

Ricardo Salinas, Mexico’s 5th richest man, celebrated his birthday by filling a stadium with more than 22,000 supporters. The event looked like a campaign kickoff. From the stage, Salinas placed himself firmly on Mexico’s far right, and claimed the state is trying to collect taxes he doesn’t owe.

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