In a shocking incident that has sparked outrage and raised concerns about presidential security and women’s safety in Mexico, President Claudia Sheinbaum was groped by a man while interacting with citizens on the streets of Mexico City. The incident, captured on video, shows a visibly drunk man attempting to kiss and embrace President Sheinbaum from behind as she removes his hands and turns to face him before a government official intervenes.
The incident took place on November 4 during a visit by President Sheinbaum to Mexico City’s historic downtown. The video of the assault has since gone viral, highlighting the vulnerability faced by women, even in positions of power, and the urgent need for improved security measures to protect public officials.
President Sheinbaum, the first woman to hold the office of Mexico City’s mayor and now the country’s president, has been a vocal advocate for women’s rights and gender equality. This incident underscores the pervasive issue of sexual harassment and assault faced by women in Mexico and the urgent need for societal change to address these issues.
While the man responsible for the assault has not been publicly identified, the incident has sparked a national conversation about the safety of public officials and the need for increased security measures to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
President Sheinbaum has not made a public statement regarding the incident, but her handling of the situation with grace and composure has been widely praised by supporters and critics alike.
The assault on President Sheinbaum serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by women in positions of power and the importance of addressing issues of gender-based violence and harassment in Mexico and around the world.
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References:
1. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/nov/05/man-gropes-mexico-president-claudia-sheinbaum
2. https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/nov/4/man-touches-mexican-president-spoke-citizens-mexico-city-streets/
3. https://www.france24.com/en/video/20251105-claudia-sheinbaum-mexican-president-sexually-assaulted-in-public
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