Mexico City Protest Turns Violent: Teachers' Demands Met With Vandalism

Mexico City Protest Turns Violent: CNTE Demands Met With Vandalism Mexico City witnessed a surge in tension on June 7, 2025, as a 23-day protest by the CNTE teachers' union turned violent. The demonstration, which began peacefully, involved a march from the Angel of Independence to the Zocalo, where the union presented their demands to the federal government. These demands included a 100% salary increase, the cancellation of the educational reform, and the abrogation of the 2007 ISSSTE law. However, a disturbing turn of events unfolded when a group of masked protesters broke windows at the Secretaría de Bienestar using sticks and fire extinguishers. "They used sticks and fire extinguishers to break the windows," said a witness who declined to be named. "No authorities intervened." The lack of police response is a significant concern, raising questions about the government's handling of the situation. The video footage clearly shows the vandalism and the protesters' actions. The CNTE's actions, while expressing deep frustration with the government, raise concerns about the use of violence in political discourse. The protest, while highlighting important issues within the education system, also resulted in significant property damage and disruption to public order. The union's demands and the government's response will undoubtedly shape the future of education policy in Mexico.