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The Killing of a Mayor Sparks an Outcry in Mexico

The Killing of a Mayor Sparks an Outcry in Mexico

Update: 2025-12-09

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The mayor of a city in the state of Michoacan, Mexico launched a full-frontal assault on organized crime in his community. Last month he was assassinated by a lone gunman. His death has lead to a protests across Mexico and calls for more to be done to combat drug cartels and corruption.

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The Killing of a Mayor Sparks an Outcry in Mexico

The Killing of a Mayor Sparks an Outcry in Mexico