Mexico City lawmakers voted 61-1 in mid-March to ban violent bullfighting, sparking both celebration and outrage, The Hill reported.
The new law prohibits killing bulls, using sharp objects and limits time in the ring as part of the “bullfighting without violence” initiative.
Animal rights advocates praised the decision, calling it a humane victory, while protesters celebrated outside Congress with stuffed bull dolls.
Meanwhile, bullfighting supporters, including matadors, protested fiercely, citing economic damage. According to The Hill, the National Association of Breeders of Fighting Bulls claims the industry supports over 226,000 jobs and generates $400 million annually, warning of significant financial consequences from the ban.
