Mexican President Responds to Flag's Role in U.S. Protests

Wed Jul 30 2025 05:32:45 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Mexican President Responds to Flag's Role in U.S. Protests

President Claudia Sheinbaum condemns the use of the Mexican flag at violent protests in the U.S., calling it a "provocation."


In a bid to maintain diplomatic relations, Sheinbaum criticizes the appropriation of the Mexican flag while urging peaceful protests against immigration raids.



President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico addressed the controversial use of the Mexican flag at protests in the United States, labeling it a "provocation" that could damage her country's image. The Mexican flag has taken on a dual identity, symbolizing both defiance against immigration raids and triggering backlash from those supporting stricter policies. Sheinbaum has attempted to navigate a delicate situation by defending her fellow nationals while also denouncing violent actions.

On Friday, Sheinbaum condemned images circulating from the U.S. protests, particularly focusing on a widely shared photo depicting a shirtless individual waving Mexico's tricolor flag atop a vandalized vehicle in Los Angeles. While expressing her outrage over how Mexican and other immigrants are treated during raids, she made it clear that violent protests are not the solution, labeling them as "provocations."

"Those images do not reflect the peaceful intentions of many Mexicans who are merely seeking justice," Sheinbaum articulated. Her comments came amidst mounting tensions over the detention and deportation of at least 61 Mexican nationals in the U.S., highlighting concerns that they were denied due process, prompting the Mexican government to provide legal assistance.

Adding to the complexity of this issue, Sheinbaum faced criticism from Kristi Noem, the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, who accused her of inciting further protests. During a press conference, Noem condemned what she termed as encouragement for demonstrations in Los Angeles and declared that while peaceful protests are legitimate, violence is unacceptable.

In response, Sheinbaum took to social media to refute those claims, asserting that she has always advocated for non-violent protests and reiterated her appeal for peaceful demonstrations, especially when conducted on foreign soil. "You have every right to peacefully protest when you are against something," she maintained, emphasizing the need for civility among her compatriots in the United States.

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