Sheinbaum's Zacatecas event canceled amid threats; she proceeds with other activities
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- President Claudia Sheinbaum canceled her only scheduled event in Zacatecas due to threats of protests from various groups.
- Despite the cancellation, equipment for the infrastructure programs event was set up near the National Fair of Zacatecas.
- Sheinbaum proceeded with other scheduled activities in Colima and Aguascalientes, including inaugurating a power plant and delivering scholarships.
President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo abruptly canceled her sole planned event in Zacatecas on Sunday, citing threats of mobilization from groups including teachers and producers. The cancellation came despite the setup of all necessary equipment for an infrastructure programs event near the National Fair of Zacatecas, where the governor, David Monreal, was also expected.
Sources at the venue noted that the area often floods when it rains and expressed surprise about the president's visit. Some indicated that "they were going to cause a commotion." Governor Monreal had also removed social media posts announcing Sheinbaum's visit.
Earlier, Sheinbaum had been in Colima, where she inaugurated the "Teresa Urrea Chรกvez" Combined Cycle Power Plant in Manzanillo. She then traveled to Aguascalientes, where she delivered "Rita Cetina" scholarships for school supplies and uniforms to children. She also inaugurated the IMSS Hemodialysis Clinic in Aguascalientes, both events reportedly held behind closed doors. The president's tour aims to deliver infrastructure programs and scholarships across various states.
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.