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Sheinbaum Harassed Near National Palace as Man Tries to Kiss and Touch Her; Media Report Detention

The incident spotlighted vulnerabilities in the Ayudantía-based protection and triggered calls from lawmakers to tighten the president’s security protocols.

Overview

  • Video shows a man approaching President Claudia Sheinbaum from behind on República de Argentina, attempting to kiss her and touching her before aides intervened.
  • Sheinbaum pushed the hands away, stayed calm, told the man “we’ll take the photo, don’t worry,” and continued to her engagement at the Education Ministry.
  • Initial reports noted no arrest, but later coverage by Grupo Milenio and La Crónica said the suspect was detained, with no immediate official confirmation.
  • The episode drew swift condemnation and demands for a review of protection measures, with Morena’s Ricardo Monreal urging stricter precautions for the head of state.
  • Reporting underscored that the presidency relies on an Ayudantía support team rather than the former Estado Mayor Presidencial, and noted that sexual harassment is a crime under federal and Mexico City law.