Thousands protest against government in Mexico as clashes leave 120 injured

At least 120 people were injured during protests in Mexico City and other cities across the country, as thousands of Gen Z demonstrators expressed their anger over corruption and drug violence. The rallies, which occurred on Saturday, featured participants carrying the One Piece pirate flag, a symbol of the youth movement. Clashes between protesters and riot police marked the events, highlighting the ongoing issues of violence that claim tens of thousands of lives in Mexico each year.

At least 120 people, primarily police officers, were injured during a protest in Mexico City against President Claudia Sheinbaum's government. The demonstration, organized by Gen Z activists, garnered support from older opposition party members. Sheinbaum, who has been in power since October 2024, enjoys approval ratings above 70% but faces criticism for her security policies following several high-profile murders, including that of Carlos Manzo, the mayor of Uruapan, who was assassinated on November 1.

Thousands of people marched in Mexico City on Saturday to protest against crime and corruption, triggered by the fatal shooting of Michoacan Mayor Carlos Manzo. The demonstration resulted in approximately 120 injuries, primarily among police officers. Initially organized by self-identified 'Gen Z' influencers, the protest has garnered significant support from older members of opposition parties in the country.

Thousands marched in Mexico City on Saturday to protest against crime and corruption following the fatal shooting of Michoacan Mayor Carlos Manzo. The protest, initially organized by self-styled 'Gen Z' influencers, resulted in around 120 injuries, primarily among police officers. The event has garnered significant support from older members of opposition parties in the country.

A protest in Mexico, inspired by the Gen Z movement, has attracted criticism from older government critics. Earlier in the week, some Gen Z social media influencers announced that they no longer supported the protests, raising questions about the movement's sustainability and the role of younger voices in activism.