Mexico City Protest: Teachers Shut Down National Palace, Force Virtual Press Conference

Mexico City Protest: CNTE Teachers Block National Palace, Force Press Conference to Go Virtual Mexico City experienced significant disruption on May 22, 2025, as members of the CNTE teachers' union staged a protest outside the National Palace. The demonstration, timed to coincide with the morning press conference, effectively blocked all access to the building. This forced the city's mayor, Claudia Sheinbaum, to conduct the press conference remotely via Zoom. The protest stemmed from the teachers' long-standing grievances over unmet demands. Eva Hinojosa, Secretary General of Section 18 of the CNTE, stated, "We are here in the streets again, protesting. It is her responsibility because she has not shown the capacity to resolve our most pressing demands." The video shows footage of the teachers blocking entrances, burning materials, and engaging in tense standoffs with police. The blockade caused significant traffic delays and prevented reporters from attending the press conference in person. The incident highlights the ongoing tension between the CNTE and the government, underscoring the need for effective dialogue and resolution of the teachers' concerns. The successful use of Zoom to continue the press conference, despite the disruption, offered a symbolic moment of resilience.