Mexico passes its first expulsion law against Spanish citizens

Background. Following the independence of Mexico, significant animosity emerged against Spanish people within the new nation. This hostility persisted despite the end of colonial rule, creating a political environment where expulsion measures were considered necessary to address the presence of Spanish citizens who remained in the country.

Legislative Context. A decree issued during the government of Lorenzo de Zavala resulted in the expulsion of Spaniards and their families from the State of Mexico between August 1827 and 1834. Separately, on December 20, 1827, state deputies repealed the Spanish expulsion law, a legislative action that enabled many Criollo families to return to their farms and ranches under the protection of state congressional deputies.

Political Aftermath. The decree issued during the government of Lorenzo de Zavala resulted in the expulsion of many Spaniards and their families from the State of Mexico between August 1827 and 1834. This period saw significant violence, including killings, as part of the enforcement of these expulsion measures.