Claudia Sheinbaum harassment incident highlights violence against women in Mexico

Claudia Sheinbaum Harassment Incident

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum was harassed by an unknown man who approached her, tried to kiss her, and touched her breast.

The incident occurred while the president was walking through the center of the capital, and was captured on cell phone cameras by bystanders.

The harassment only stopped when Juan José Ramírez Mendoza, head of the General Directorate of Aides-de-Camp, stepped in between the president and the man.

The slow reaction of the team surrounding the president has highlighted the issue of violence against women in Mexico.

Author's summary: Mexican President harassed in public incident.

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EL PAÍS English EL PAÍS English — 2025-11-05