In a surprise moment on a Mexico City street, President Claudia Sheinbaum was approached by a man who appeared to be drunk. A clip of the encounter quickly spread across social media, showing the man leaning in, almost as if for a kiss, and touching her shoulders before a government aide stepped in.
Sheinbaum kept her composure, pushing his hands away with a tight smile. When faced with the intruder, she whispered in Spanish, “Don’t worry,” and turned to face him calmly. A nearby official tackled the man as the president backed away.
The clip shows no visible security detail in the immediate frame, which raises questions about the president’s protection on public tours. Supporters of Sheinbaum, who often mingles in crowds for selfies and handshakes, praised her quick handling of the incident. Her office has yet to comment.
The event comes amid a tense week for Mexico City politics. Earlier in the week, Mexican citizens demanded answers after the brutal murder of a mayor in western Michoacán, prompting Sheinbaum to meet with the slain official’s widow. Critics argue that the assault highlights the fragile security environment in the country’s capital.
This public security breach underscores the challenges facing President Claudia Sheinbaum in maintaining a connection with voters while safeguarding her personal safety in a nation still grappling with political violence.
Source: New York Post
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