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Sheinbaum Orders Probe After Mexico City 'Gen Z' March Turns Violent

The president alleges the protest was amplified by opposition media rather than organic youth mobilization.

Overview

  • Generación Z México announced a second demonstration for Nov. 20 at 11 a.m. in Mexico City, following the same route from the Ángel de la Independencia to the Zócalo.
  • The city’s security agency reported 100 police and 20 civilians injured, with 40 people detained, including 20 facing charges for assaults and theft.
  • Sheinbaum asked the Mexico City attorney general to investigate a “very violent” group that used tools to breach barriers before clashing with police.
  • She alleged the mobilization was promoted by opposition figures, naming Ricardo Salinas Pliego and his TV outlets, and said most participants were adults rather than Gen Z.
  • She urged nonviolent demonstrations, said potential police abuses will be reviewed, and indicated authorities are evaluating plans around Nov. 20 events.