Local residents of Mexico City have been making their feelings known about unwanted tourists visiting their home areas. Over the weekend, hundreds of people took to the streets, demanding stricter housing laws and legislation to regulate tourism levels. The protests, which initially began as peaceful demonstrations, took a turn when a small group of masked individuals began smashing storefronts, looting, and harassing foreigners. This escalation led to heightened tensions, with many protesters directly calling out American tourists.
On Wednesday, government officials appeared to cave to the growing pressure, announcing a preliminary plan to address gentrification and the concerns of locals. The Associated Press reported that Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada has proposed a series of measures aimed at curbing rent increases, which have surged in tandem with the rise in tourism. According to officials, landlords will not be permitted to raise rents above the rate of inflation, and a list of