A shocking incident unfolded in Mexico City when President Claudia Sheinbaum was groped and nearly kissed by a man during a public walk. The video of the assault has gone viral, sparking outrage and renewed discussions about women’s safety—even for those in the highest offices. The President later addressed the attack, calling it “a reflection of what women face every day.”
Q: How do we know the Mexican president is in cahoots with the cartels?
A: Because her security team is so bad that they let a man grope her right in front of them. If Claudia Sheinbaum posed a threat to the drug trade, she’d already be dead.pic.twitter.com/v5AtFCZfuL
— Sam Mirejovsky (@whatsrightsam) November 4, 2025
What Was the Whole Incident?
The attack happened in Mexico City’s historic centre while President Sheinbaum greeted citizens. A man approached her from behind, wrapped his arm around her shoulder, touched her hip and chest, and attempted to kiss her neck.
Despite the sudden assault, Sheinbaum stayed calm and told the man, “Don’t worry.” Security personnel quickly detained him, and he was later handed over to authorities. Witnesses said the man appeared intoxicated.
The incident shocked the nation and raised immediate concerns about how someone could get that close to the President without being stopped sooner.
President Sheinbaum’s Stand on It
After the incident, President Sheinbaum spoke strongly about gender-based violence in Mexico. She said:
“If I do not file a complaint, what condition will all Mexican women be left in? If they do this to the president, what happens to all of the other women in our country?”
Her words resonated across Mexico, where over 70% of women aged 15 and older have reported experiencing sexual harassment at least once.
Sheinbaum also stressed that no man has the right to violate a woman’s personal space, no matter who she is or what position she holds.
President Sheinbaum Filed Charges
President Sheinbaum filed an official complaint with local prosecutors to ensure the incident is treated as a criminal offence. Authorities confirmed that the man is under investigation for sexual assault and harassment.
This move by the President is being viewed as a powerful message that even those in the highest office must stand up against such actions. Her team also confirmed that the President would not change her approach of walking among citizens, but that additional security reviews are underway.
Security and Gender Harassment Under the Spotlight
The incident has ignited questions about the protection measures for public figures, particularly women, in Mexico. The video of the assault shows no visible security detail nearby as the man advanced.
It also underlines the scale of gender-based harassment in the country. According to reports, about 70% of women aged 15 and older in Mexico have experienced some form of sexual harassment.
The attack has intensified global discussions about how women in power continue to face harassment despite visibility, status and security.
What’s Next?
The arrested man faces investigation under sexual assault and harassment laws. Mexico’s federal government has also promised to review whether all states criminalise such behaviour, noting that many local codes still don’t.
Public and feminist groups have demanded stricter enforcement and better protection for women in public spaces. The incident may accelerate debates and reforms around public safety, gender rights and security protocols for office-holders.
