Two aides to Mexico City's mayor were shot dead, a crime linked to a significant increase in political violence in the country. The victims, Ximena Guzmán and José Muñoz, were ambushed while commuting to work. This incident follows a year marked by the murders of numerous political figures, with past elections being particularly deadly. Mayor Clara Brugada expressed profound sadness and emphasized the impact of these murders on political engagement and safety, reflecting the growing concerns about the targeting of local officials by armed groups.
The attack on Ximena Guzmán and José Muñoz raises concerns about the spiraling violence towards politicians in Mexico, with previous elections plagued by similar tragedies.
Mayor Clara Brugada expressed deep sadness over the loss of her aides, stating that they had shared many years of aspirations to transform the city.
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