Teachers' Union Protest Turns Violent Outside Mexican Government Building

Hooded Protestors Clash with Security at Mexican Secretariat of Governance Mexico City – Tensions flared outside the Secretariat of Governance in Mexico City on June 4th, 2025, as members of the CNTE teachers' union attempted to storm the building during a meeting with federal officials. The protest, centered around demands for the repeal of the 2007 ISSSTE Law, escalated when a group of hooded individuals, many identified as being from Oaxaca, tried to breach the security gates. Footage captured by reporter Jaime Guerrero shows one teacher using a sledgehammer to attack the gate. Security personnel responded by deploying fire extinguishers, dispersing the crowd. "Venimos por la abrogación, ni un centímetro menos," declared Pedro Hernández, leader of CNTE Section 9, underscoring the union's unwavering stance. The incident highlights the ongoing conflict between the CNTE and the federal government over pension reforms. The use of force by both sides raises concerns about the potential for further escalation. The Secretariat of Governance has yet to issue an official statement.