Mayoral Candidate Assassinated in Veracruz, Mexico

A Morena party mayoral candidate, Yesenia Lara, was assassinated in Texistepec, Veracruz, on May 11, 2025. The attack, which occurred during a Facebook Live campaign event, also resulted in four deaths and three injuries among her supporters. This incident highlights the ongoing violence surrounding elections in Mexico. Veracruz Governor Rocío Nahle expressed her condolences and vowed a thorough investigation. "No position is worth a person's life," she stated in a tweet, underscoring the tragic loss and the determination to bring those responsible to justice. The event underscores the risks faced by political figures in Mexico and the need for increased security during election campaigns.