In Mexico, the state of Michoacán witnessed massive protests following the assassination of Uruapan's mayor, Carlos Manzo Rodríguez. Protesters marched from the Aqueduct to Morelia's Historic Center, chanting slogans against the state governor and the ruling party. During the demonstration, a group of activists stormed the Government Palace, causing significant damage. An investigation has been launched, and eight individuals have been detained in connection with the incident. Federal authorities confirmed that the slain mayor had been under their protection since 2024, which was reinforced at the beginning of 2025. However, his family claims that authorities failed to provide adequate protection despite his repeated requests. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum firmly condemned the crime and vowed that there will be no impunity. According to official reports, several criminal organizations, including the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, operate in Uruapan.
