Mexico's National Association of Truckers (ANTAC) paused road blockades initiated on April 6 in nine states, accusing the federal government of violence and intimidation against protesters. The action addressed highway insecurity and low grain prices but was scaled back from 20 planned states amid government claims of progress on demands.
Following the April 6 start of blockades by ANTAC and the National Front for the Rescue of the Mexican Countryside—which targeted roads and toll booths in states including Guanajuato, Michoacán, Baja California, Tlaxcala, and Morelos—the Secretariat of Government (Segob) reported 575 participants and 161 vehicles involved across initial five points, many quickly lifted.
Protests highlighted rising highway robberies (98% insurance claim increase in 2025) and falling grain prices. ANTAC leader David Estévez accused the government of 'sabotage,' intimidation, and member detentions.
The government reported addressing 20 of 29 trucker demands, including 10 safe rest stops, closing 700+ irregular accesses, and monitoring systems. For farmers, 3.412 billion pesos aided 40,910 producers. President Claudia Sheinbaum minimized impact: 'They were really few,' noting alternate routes and some leaders' political ties.
ANTAC announced a pause: 'We have reached a responsible agreement [...] Today the risk comes not only from organized crime but also from a State that responds with violence to legitimate demands,' prioritizing protester safety.
