Nico Mollinedo, the key player behind the presidential curtain

By Sandra Romandía

In the complex web of Mexican politics, some characters become enigmas operating behind the scenes, far from the spotlight but weaving crucial connections. One of these is Nicolás Mollinedo, known as Nico, whose role has become increasingly evident as a key operator in President Andrés Manuel López Obrador's entourage. We will remember him as AMLO's chauffeur when he was head of government, whose identity became known when it was revealed that he received a monthly salary of 60,000 pesos. 

But the story of Nicolás or Nico unfolds over the years, revealing a relationship that goes beyond simply being the driver of that white Tsuru. Through investigations revealed in the journalistic portal EMEEQUIS, stories have been uncovered such as the close link between Mollinedo and the marriage of Héctor Flores and Aurelia Gordillo, owners of Los Panchos barbecue. What do they have to do with this story and why are they an example of the key character he is? 

I tell you this story that could be written thanks to three different sources that corroborated to this journalist the relationship of these characters.