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Mexican Trade Group Leader Fired After Racist Gesture at World Cup Match

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A local Mexican trade group leader named Ulises Bernal was fired after a video surfaced showing him making a racist gesture toward a South Korean influencer during the World Cup. The incident occurred in Jalisco, Mexico, while the influencer was recording her celebration of South Korea's victory. Following the viral clip, a spokesperson for the government association confirmed that Bernal would be removed from his position.

Key points

  • Ulises Bernal, a leader in a Mexican trade group, made a racist gesture at a South Korean influencer during a World Cup match.
  • The incident was captured on video while the influencer, Yoon Su-jin, was recording her celebration of South Korea's victory.
  • A spokesperson for Bernal’s government association announced that he would be removed from office following the controversy.
  • Social media reactions included support for the influencer and criticism of Bernal's actions, alongside some defensive comments about Mexican culture.

Claims assessed

  • VerifiableUlises Bernal was fired after being caught on camera making a racist gesture at a South Korean influencer.
  • VerifiableThe incident took place in Jalisco, Mexico, during the World Cup match.
  • VerifiableA spokesperson for Bernal's government trade association confirmed his removal from office.

Missing context

The article does not provide details on the specific nature of the 'racist, slanted-eye gesture' or the exact criteria used by the Honor and Justice Committee to determine Bernal’s removal from office.

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