**President of Mexico Claudia Sheinbaum Faces Harassment Incident, Presses Charges**
*Published: November 5, 2025, 2:25 p.m. ET*
The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, was left rattled after a reportedly intoxicated man appeared to lean in for a kiss and placed his hands on her waist during a public event. Despite the unexpected and unwelcome advance, the politician managed to handle the situation firmly, RadarOnline.com can reveal.
In a viral clip circulating online, the man is seen getting handsy with President Sheinbaum, who promptly pushes his hands away. At 63 years old, Sheinbaum turns to the individual and can be heard saying, “Don’t worry.” However, the incident clearly affected her.
Sheinbaum later revealed that this was not the first time she has encountered harassment. “No man has the right to violate that space,” she asserted.
The president added, “I decided to press charges because this is something that I experienced as a woman, but that we as women experience in our country. I have experienced it before, when I wasn’t president, when I was a student.”
The unsettling event sparked questions regarding Sheinbaum’s security measures, as well as broader concerns about the types of harassment and violence women face in Mexico.
**Public Reaction**
Critics on social media expressed strong opinions about the incident. One user wrote, “I think it’s her duty to pursue justice; this type of behavior cannot be minimized.” Another commented, “What courage to live in these situations of harassment and violence.” Concerns over security were also voiced, with one person asking, “And where are the security guards?” A further comment hoped for repercussions: “Hopefully that guy gets a punishment for harassment.”
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**Mayor of Uruapan Murdered During Day of the Dead Celebrations**
The incident involving President Sheinbaum occurred shortly after the shocking public assassination of Carlos Manzo, the divisive mayor of Uruapan in Mexico’s Michoacan province.
Manzo was killed over the weekend during “Day of the Dead” celebrations in his hometown. The event sent shockwaves through Mexico and beyond.
Reacting on X (formerly Twitter), Sheinbaum expressed her condolences and condemnation: “I condemn in the strongest possible terms the vile assassination of the mayor of Uruapan, Carlos Manzo. I express my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones, as well as to the people of Uruapan, for this irreparable loss.”
The assassination also drew a response from Washington, D.C. Christopher Landau, former U.S. ambassador to Mexico and current U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, said:
“On this All Souls’ Day, my thoughts are with the family and friends of Carlos Manzo, mayor of Uruapan, Michoacán, Mexico, who was assassinated at a public Day of the Dead celebration last night.”
Landau added: “The U.S. stands ready to deepen security cooperation with Mexico to wipe out organized crime on both sides of the border.”
Sharing a poignant image, Landau continued, “Here’s Carlos holding his young son at the celebration just moments before the attack. May his soul rest in peace and may his memory inspire prompt and effective action.”
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**Details on the Assassination**
Carlos Manzo was known as an outspoken anti-crime mayor, a stance believed to have made him a target.
The suspected shooter was killed at the scene. Although his identity remains unknown, Michoacan’s attorney general stated that the young man is believed to be between 17 and 19 years old. Authorities suspect that the killing was orchestrated by an organized crime group.
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This turbulent week highlights ongoing challenges related to security and violence in Mexico, especially concerning public officials and women in leadership. President Sheinbaum’s decision to press charges and public reactions may contribute to a broader conversation about safety, respect, and justice in the country.
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