In Mexico City, a wave of protests against crime and corruption erupted, leaving 120 people injured. The demonstration, fueled by young Mexicans and supporters of the Sombrero Movement, took place in the heart of the capital's historic main public square, the Zocalo. The protest was inspired by the recent assassination of a mayor known for his fight against organized crime, Carlos Manzo, who was murdered in November. The demonstration was marked by clashes between protesters and riot police, with some protesters wearing balaclavas toppling metal barriers and throwing paving stones. The security chief, Pablo Vazquez, reported that 20 protesters and 100 police were injured, with 40 officers hospitalized. The protest was met with criticism from President Claudia Sheinbaum, who questioned its motivations and claimed it was 'inorganic' and 'paid for'. Demonstrators displayed banners with messages like 'We are all Carlos Manzo' and used symbols like the iconic pirate flag from the Japanese manga One Piece, symbolizing youth protest worldwide. The Sombrero Movement, named after the traditional Mexican hat, emerged after Manzo's assassination, with some protesters wearing sombreros similar to his style. However, the movement's leader, Bernardo Bravo, was also shot dead in late October, adding to the tension. The protest highlights the growing dissatisfaction with the government's security policies, as Sheinbaum faced criticism for her handling of high-profile murders, with some calling her government one of the most corrupt ever.
