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Mexico City Youth Protests Over Cartel Violence Leave 120 Injured, 20 Arrested

The rallies were galvanized by the assassination of anti-cartel mayor Carlos Manzo in Michoacán.

Overview

  • Thousands marched to the Zócalo and gathered outside the presidential palace, directing anger at President Claudia Sheinbaum.
  • City authorities reported at least 120 injured, including about 40 police officers, and confirmed 20 arrests.
  • Clashes erupted after a masked group knocked down barricades and threw stones at riot police, who deployed tear gas.
  • The protest was called by the global Generation Z movement and the local group Movimiento Sombrero, with Gen Z banners visible.
  • Manzo, the mayor of Uruapan, had campaigned against organized crime and had repeatedly sought stronger federal protection.