The former leader of a group of vigilantes in Mexico has just been released from prison, and is now eyeing a career in politics.Hipólito Mora was imprisoned on murder charges following a December 2014 shootout in Michoacán between his and another vigilante group led by Luis Antonio Torres, a.k.a. "El Americano." The clash resulted in 11 deaths — including Mora's son.VICE News met with Mora in Michoacán to find out what his political goals are following his release from prison, and whether the release of "El Americano" means another shootout can be expected.Watch "How "The Viagras" Got Their Name: Mexico's Hot Land (Dispatch 3)"Watch "The Fortress of the Knights Templar: Mexico's Hot Land (Dispatch 2)"Read "Mexico Releases Michoacan Vigilante Leader Involved in Fatal Gun Fight With Rival Militia"Read "Leader of Knights Templar Cartel 'La Tuta' Is Captured in Mexico"
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From Prison to Politics: Mexico's Hot Land (Dispatch 4)
The former leader of a group of vigilantes in Mexico has just been released from prison, and is now eyeing a career in politics. VICE News speaks with Hipólito Mora about life after his release.