Mexico's Education Minister Mario Delgado surprised the nation by announcing an early end to the school year, prompting widespread speculation and questions about the underlying reasons for the decision.

Claudia Sheinbaum defended Education Minister Mario Delgado's controversial announcement to end the school year on June 5, stating it was a unanimous decision by all 32 state education ministers.

Mexico's planned shortening of the school year by over a month has sparked criticism from parents and employers. Education Minister Mario Delgado justified the decision by citing a severe heatwave and the upcoming football championship.