Political Violence in Mexico
Mexico's president expresses sadness over the killing of a mayoral candidate and a city council candidate in an attack despite their request for protection. The violence is part of the bloody runup to Mexico's June 2 elections.
Key Points
- Mexico's President expressed his sadness over the killings
- At least 15 candidates have been killed since the start of 2024 in Mexico
- Violence against politicians is widespread in Mexico
Pros
- Awareness of the dangers faced by politicians in Mexico
- Calls for increased security for political candidates
Cons
- Continued violence and assassinations of political candidates
- Ineffectiveness of current security measures