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Mass March in Uruapan Elevates New Mayor as Movement Vows 2027 ‘Punishment Vote’

Grecia Quiroz’s emergence as figurehead signals a shift from mourning to organized electoral pressure.

Overview

  • Thousands rallied in Uruapan demanding justice and peace after Carlos Manzo’s killing, with calls for a mandate revocation and a partial shutdown of businesses.
  • Newly sworn-in mayor Grecia Quiroz led the gathering, invoked Manzo’s legacy, and pledged the Movimiento del Sombrero will seek a 2027 ‘voto de castigo’.
  • Security forces reinforced checkpoints at city entrances with Army, National Guard and municipal police inspections, alongside additional SSPC patrols.
  • Street and online slogans blamed Morena and national authorities, reflecting a push to convert public anger into political consequences.
  • Movement leaders reported circulating death-threat lists against officials, and wounded councilor Víctor Hugo de la Cruz warned of possible radicalization if authorities do not act.