Sheinbaum commits federal help to Guadalajara water crisis, presses Jalisco on protest crackdown: Monday’s mañanera recapped
President Sheinbaum said on Monday that Jalisco authorities must explain their use of force against protesters in Guadalajara on Sunday, and that federal water officials would meet on Monday with members of Governor Lemus's team to discuss a plan to address the problem. The post Sheinbaum commits federal help to Guadalajara water crisis, presses Jalisco on protest crackdown: Monday’s mañanera…
During her Monday morning press conference, President Sheinbaum addressed Jalisco Governor Pablo Lemus' response to the use of force against water protesters in Guadalajara. Sheinbaum questioned why the authorities resorted to tear gas and water cannons, calling for an explanation on why they used such repressive measures. The president also reiterated her opposition to the privatization of water services in Guadalajara, stating that the federal government does not support this approach.
Sheinbaum met with Conagua officials on Monday to discuss immediate actions and infrastructure projects to resolve the water contamination issue in the city, emphasizing that the government is ready to assist in tackling the problem.
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