Michoacan violence

  • Mexican President Faces Political Backlash After Public Assault Incident Amid Rising Violence Concerns

    Mexican President Faces Political Backlash After Public Assault Incident Amid Rising Violence Concerns

    Nov 07, 2025 09:35 pm CST

    Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum faces accusations from political rivals of using a recent public groping incident as a diversion from escalating political violence, highlighting the country's deep polarization even as she introduces new measures to combat sexual harassment and make reporting easier for women.

  • Forensic Evidence Confirms 17-Year-Old Assassinated Mexican Mayor During Public Event

    Forensic Evidence Confirms 17-Year-Old Assassinated Mexican Mayor During Public Event

    Nov 07, 2025 03:23 pm CST

    A forensic investigation has confirmed that 17-year-old Victor Manuel Ubaldo was responsible for the assassination of Uruapan Mayor Carlos Manzo during a Day of the Dead celebration in Mexico. Authorities revealed the teenager was killed by security forces at the scene and likely had connections to organized crime groups, highlighting the growing problem of cartel recruitment of minors across Mexico.