“We do not agree with repression”: Sheinbaum demands Jalisco explain the arrest of protesters for clean water

On Monday, October 12, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum publicly addressed the detention of protesters in Guadalajara, Jalisco. During her morning press conference, she stated that her administration does not support the use of police repression against citizens demonstrating for clean water. Sheinbaum called upon the Jalisco state government to provide an explanation regarding the events that occurred during the march.

The demonstration, which took place in the capital of Jalisco, centered on concerns regarding water contamination. Reports indicate that the police response to the protest resulted in at least nine arrests and affected dozens of participants. The incident has prompted a formal request for accountability from the federal executive branch toward the state authorities.