CNTE Teachers' Protest Disrupts Mexico City Airport

CNTE Teachers Disrupt Mexico City Airport with Protest Mexico City – On May 23, 2025, members of the National Coordinator of Education Workers (CNTE) staged a protest at Terminal 2 of Mexico City International Airport, disrupting operations and causing significant delays. The demonstration, which involved hundreds of teachers, focused on their opposition to ongoing educational reforms. The teachers chanted slogans, including "¡Se va a caer, se va a caer, la reforma va a caer!" ("It's going to fall, it's going to fall, the reform is going to fall!") expressing their discontent and demands. Eyewitnesses reported seeing the teachers marching through the terminal, holding banners and chanting slogans. One passenger, who wished to remain anonymous, stated, "It was chaotic. People were worried about missing their flights, and there was a lot of confusion." The protest underscores the ongoing tensions between the CNTE and the Mexican government over education policies. Airport authorities worked to manage the situation and ensure passenger safety, though significant disruptions were unavoidable. The protest highlights the deep-seated concerns within the teaching community regarding the impact of reforms on their work and livelihoods. The event concluded peacefully after several hours, with the teachers dispersing from the airport.