Grecia Quiroz Takes Office as Mayor of Uruapan After Husband’s Assassination
Uruapan, Michoacán – January 9, 2026 – Grecia Itzel Quiroz García, a Mexican politician, was sworn in as the municipal president (mayor) of Uruapan, Michoacán, on November 5, 2025, following the assassination of her husband, Carlos Manzo. Quiroz, nominated by Manzo’s independent political organization, the Movimiento del Sombrero, assumed office to complete the remainder of the 2024-2027 term.
Background and Early Career
Grecia Quiroz was born on January 16, 1990, in Uruapan, Michoacán. She holds a degree in political science and began her career in politics as an early supporter of Carlos Manzo’s Movimiento del Sombrero. By January 2024, she worked in the federal Chamber of Deputies and ran as a candidate for the Michoacán Congress in the 2024 state elections for the 20th district (South Uruapan). Prior to becoming mayor, Quiroz served as the head of the local family services agency (DIF) in Uruapan during her husband’s term.
Nomination and Assassination of Carlos Manzo
Carlos Manzo, Quiroz’s husband, was assassinated on October 31, 2025, during a public Day of the Dead event in central Uruapan. The killing was attributed to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Following his death, the Movimiento del Sombrero nominated Quiroz for the vacant position. Local representative Bautista Tafolla described her as an “experienced and strong woman” with deep ties to the movement. The Uruapan City Council and the Michoacán Congress approved her nomination, receiving broad political support, including from the Morena party.
Swearing In and Tenure
Quiroz was sworn in during an extraordinary session of the Michoacán Congress on November 5, 2025. In her first speech, she expressed grief over her husband’s death, vowing to continue his legacy and fight against organized crime. She criticized the government’s Michoacán Plan for Justice and Peace, arguing it only addressed Uruapan after the assassination. Quiroz called for peaceful demonstrations and defended her husband’s clean record. She also met with President Claudia Sheinbaum in Mexico City to discuss justice and support for the region.
Key Facts
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Assassination of Carlos Manzo | October 31, 2025 |
| Swearing in of Grecia Quiroz | November 5, 2025 |
| Meeting with President Sheinbaum | November 4, 2025 |
| Term End | 2027 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What led to Grecia Quiroz becoming mayor?
Quiroz was nominated by her husband’s political organization after his assassination and appointed by the Michoacán Congress to serve the rest of his term.
What is the Movimiento del Sombrero?
It is an independent political organization founded by Carlos Manzo, focused on local governance in Uruapan.
How did Quiroz respond to her husband’s death?
In her inaugural speech, she vowed to uphold his legacy, criticized government inaction, and urged peaceful action against crime.