## Mayor Montserrat Addresses Tijuana and Migrants on Independence Day
Following the national Independence Day ceremony led by the President, Tijuana’s Mayor Montserrat Caballero Ramírez delivered her own stirring address, calling on both locals and migrants worldwide to honor the heroes who fought for Mexico’s independence.
“Mexicans, people of Tijuana, and migrants around the world, long live those who gave us our country, long live our Independence, long live Hidalgo, long live Morelos, long live Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez, long live Allende, long live our sovereignty, long live the working class, long live equality,” proclaimed the mayor.
Holding the national flag proudly, Mayor Caballero Ramírez added, “Long live Tijuana, long live Mexico, long live our freedom.” She then rang the ceremonial bell and waved the flag to rousing cheers from the crowd.
On Sunday, September 15, 2024, Caballero Ramírez led the Independence Day celebrations for the third and final time as Tijuana’s mayor. Accompanied by Colonel José Guadalupe Gómez and her son, Amir, she issued the call for independence and observed the removal of the national flag from its base. The event culminated with a fireworks display, with numerous government officials in attendance, including Marcelo de Jesús Machain, Fernando Sánchez, and Miguel Ángel Torres.
Despite her recent expulsion from the official party on September 5, Mayor Caballero avoided references to the political movement known as the Fourth Transformation (4T) during her speech. In contrast, the President highlighted the achievements of the Fourth Transformation in his address.
The Independence Avenue in Tijuana was bustling with over 50,000 attendees, as reported by the master of ceremonies. The celebration, featuring live music and festivities, took place outside the Municipal Palace.
### Secondary Article: Latest Developments in Tijuana
**Tijuana Experiences Surge in Violence Ahead of Independence Day**
As Tijuana prepared for the Independence Day celebrations, the city saw a troubling rise in violent incidents. Over the weekend, three bodies were discovered in different locations within the city, adding to the growing concerns about security.
On Saturday, September 14, authorities reported multiple shootings outside the Trump National Golf Club. Although the former president was unharmed, the incident added to an already tense atmosphere in the city.
These events have prompted local officials to call for enhanced security measures and increased police presence, particularly during large-scale public celebrations. The community remains on edge as law enforcement continues to investigate these incidents to deter future violence.
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