Tension at the National Palace: Sheinbaum supporters clash with opponents

The arrival of French President Emmanuel Macron at the National Palace attracted not only diplomatic attention but also sparked a day of intense political activity in the heart of the country. What was meant to be a formal welcoming ceremony devolved into a scene of verbal and physical confrontation between supporters of Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo and opposition protesters .

It was midday in Mexico City's Zócalo , and security barriers marked the boundary between protocol and protest. While preparations were underway inside for Macron's official reception, outside, divided slogans could be heard:

Some shouted "It's an honor to be with Claudia today!", while others responded with a resounding "Out with Morena, no to the dictatorship!".

Tensions escalated when the opposition, mostly identified as former members of the Frena movement, attempted to approach the main gate . Government supporters blocked their path, and pushing and shoving quickly ensued.

Macron's visit was intended to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between Mexico and France, but the scene outside the National Palace highlighted the political polarization that continues to mark Mexican public life.

For many observers, the Zócalo has become a barometer of public sentiment . It's a meeting point for both supporters of the new government and those who accuse it of centralizing power and limiting political freedoms.

The tensest moment occurred when some protesters attempted to unfurl banners with slogans critical of the government. Sheinbaum's supporters responded by chanting slogans in her support, and the exchange of shouts escalated into pushing and shoving, forcing Mexico City police to intervene to restore order.

President Claudia Sheinbaum , who assumed office with broad popular support, faces the challenge of governing a deeply divided country. Her presence alongside Macron on the balcony of the National Palace symbolized her administration's diplomatic openness, but the echoes of confrontation in the streets served as a reminder of the internal challenges that still persist.

This episode was not a simple scuffle; it was a reflection of the current political pulse : a society that is moving between the hope of continuity and the demand for change.

As the leaders strengthened their ties, the slogans continued to echo in the square. Some passersby watched with bewilderment as the visit of a foreign leader transformed into a symbolic battle between national projects .

As the hours passed, the situation calmed down and authorities reported no arrests. However, images of the confrontation were already circulating on social media, reigniting the debate about freedom of expression and the role of citizens in the new administration.