Andy López Beltrán's controversial trip to Japan sparks criticism; Sheinbaum breaks the silence.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo broke her silence following the controversy surrounding the vacation of Andrés Manuel López Beltrán, known as "Andy," who was spotted at a luxury hotel in Tokyo, Japan. During her traditional morning press conference, the president was questioned about the issue, which sparked controversy on social media for allegedly contradicting the austerity policy promoted by Morena and the Fourth Transformation (4T).

Far from avoiding the issue, Sheinbaum responded clearly: everyone has the right to vacation, even public officials, as long as they do so at their own expense. However, she emphasized a key principle that has guided her political career: "Power must be exercised with humility."

The controversy arose after photographs spread on social media showing Andy López Beltrán staying at the luxurious Okura Hotel in Tokyo. In the images, he appears accompanied by Congressman Daniel Asaf, former logistics coordinator for former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador.

The news unleashed a wave of criticism toward the Morena party, whose members have championed a policy of republican austerity for years. The incident did not go unnoticed and added to other recent controversies such as Mario Delgado's trips to Lisbon and Ricardo Monreal's to Madrid.

Speaking to the media, Sheinbaum stated that Morena members, as part of a movement with Juárez principles, must act with political and ethical responsibility. Although she recognized the right to vacation, she was firm in pointing out that the behavior of public officials is always under social scrutiny.

"As I've always said, power is exercised with humility. That's my position, and it always will be. People have the right to visit one country or another," he said. "Everyone must always be recognized for their history, for their behavior," he added.

With these words, the president drew a clear line between private life and the moral obligations of public service.

Andy López Beltrán's vacation has sparked a broader debate about whether the principles of the Fourth Transformation are being respected by those in his inner circle. Sheinbaum, recalling the phrase "there can be no rich government with poor people," emphasized that power must be exercised with integrity and humility.

This episode not only tests the coherence of the official discourse, but also Morena's true commitment to its social base, one that has trusted the ideals of austerity, honesty, and closeness to the people.

Political analysts agree that, although the trip does not constitute a legal violation, it does pose a risk of weakening the narrative of transformation that has characterized the 4T movement. Sheinbaum has been clear: individual actions should not overshadow collective values, but she also warned that accountability begins with personal behavior.

This event marks one of the first symbolic challenges of the six-year term, where the balance between private life and public commitment will be constantly evaluated by the public.