Renowned Uruguayan publicist Federico Invernizzi, who previously worked on presidential campaigns for Vázquez (2014) and Martínez (2019), has criticized the current Orsi administration’s handling of the recent announcement regarding armored vehicle patrols. In an interview with El País, Invernizzi stated the government failed to properly assess the sensitivities of the left-leaning population. He attributed this misstep to a “problem of inter-institutional communication” within the government. The comment suggests a disconnect between different government branches regarding public messaging and potential political repercussions. Invernizzi’s critique highlights the importance of strategic communication, especially when dealing with potentially controversial policies. The announcement of increased armored patrols evidently sparked concern among leftist groups, and the government appears to have underestimated this reaction. This incident underscores the need for improved coordination and public sensitivity training within the Uruguayan government.