Director of Intabaco supports Carolina Mejía's candidacy

Iván Hernández, the director of the Dominican Republic's Tobacco Institute (Intabaco), has publicly endorsed Carolina Mejía as a potential presidential candidate for the Partido Revolucionario Moderno (PRM) in the 2028 elections. The declaration marks an early expression of support from a government official regarding the party's future leadership trajectory.

This endorsement highlights internal discussions within the PRM concerning its political succession and the potential candidacy of Mejía for the upcoming election cycle. The move by Hernández serves as a formal signal of alignment with Mejía's prospective bid for the presidency.