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Rubén Rocha Moya returns to the governorship of Sinaloa amid a wave of violence and political scrutiny.

Rubén Rocha Moya resumed his duties as the governor of Sinaloa on Friday, August 21, 2026, following a leave of absence that began on May 1st. His return occurred during a period of significant violence, with at least eight people killed across various municipalities, including Navolato, Culiacán, Mazatlán, Escuinapa, and Ahome. The state has faced a persistent wave of violence and a power struggle within the Cartel of Sinaloa for nearly two years. n- Rubén Rocha Moya returned to power after being accused by the U.S. Department of Justice of having ties to the Los Chapitos faction of the Cartel of Sinaloa. While homicides decreased by 32% during his absence, his return has sparked political criticism regarding the state's ongoing disappearances. President Claudia Sheinbaum noted that public servants should prioritize national responsibility over personal ambition.

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