AP Names Luis Alonso to Spanish Post in Washington

MEXICO CITY (AP) – Luis Alonso Lugo, a leader of The Associated Press’ Spanish-language service, has been named Spanish-language correspondent in Washington.

The appointment was announced Tuesday by Latin America Editor Niko Price.

“Luis has a deep and nuanced understanding of how events in Latin America affect decisions in Washington, and vice versa,” Price said. “Luis knows how to harness the AP’s unparalleled presence in Washington into a unique window into the American capital for our Spanish-language clients throughout the Americas.”

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