Top aides to Mexico City’s mayor are gunned down in attack

latimes.comPublished: 5/20/2025

Summary

Two top Mexican City officials, Ximena Guzmán and José Muñoz, were gunned down early Tuesday as violence against political figures escalates, leaving the city on edge. Mayor Clara Brugada vowed justice for those responsible, while President Claudia Sheinbaum condemned the slayings but cautioned against premature speculation. Authorities have not yet identified the attackers or made arrests, raising questions about motives linked to recent security measures and President Sheinbaum's public statements.