CNTE Teachers Disrupt Mexico City Airport with Protest

CNTE Teachers Protest at Mexico City Airport Mexico City – On May 23, 2025, dozens of teachers affiliated with the National Coordinator of Education Workers (CNTE) disrupted operations at Mexico City's International Airport (AICM). The teachers, protesting for a meeting with President Claudia Sheinbaum, attempted to force their way into Terminal 2. "We demand a meeting with the President to discuss our concerns about education reform," stated one of the protesting teachers. Security personnel from various agencies, including the Navy's Airport Protection Unit, the Federal Protection Service, and private security contractors, successfully prevented the teachers from entering the terminal. The protest caused significant delays and disruption for travelers. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions between the CNTE and the government over education policy and funding. Authorities are investigating the incident and assessing the impact on airport operations. While the protest caused temporary disruption, the situation was ultimately resolved peacefully.