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Mexican Mayor Assassinated During Day of the Dead Celebration Amid Rising Cartel Violence
Nov 02, 2025 11:39 pm CST
Carlos Manzo, mayor of Uruapan in Mexico's Michoacan state, was shot dead during a Day of the Dead celebration, highlighting the country's ongoing crisis of political assassinations amid drug cartel violence. Manzo, who took office in September 2024 and had publicly called for stronger federal action against crime, became the latest in a series of local politicians murdered in Mexico's escalating security crisis.
Mexico's Security Industry Booms Ahead of 2026 World Cup Amid Ongoing Cartel Violence
Oct 22, 2025 02:40 pm CST
As Mexico prepares to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, private security firms are capitalizing on tourists' safety concerns by offering armored vehicles and protective services. With drug cartel violence continuing to plague parts of the country, security entrepreneurs are marketing bulletproof transportation and specialized protection to wealthy international visitors, highlighting the complex security landscape Mexico faces while preparing for the global sporting event.