local
Merlin the duck steals the spotlight at President Sheinbaum's news briefing
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Wearing the green jersey of Mexico’s national soccer team and a FIFA tie, he waddled into the room ahead of President Claudia Sheinbaum, took a seat facing reporters and quickly became the star of her Monday morning news briefing.Merlín the duck — Mexico’s unofficial World Cup mascot — didn’t tak...
Key takeaway Merlín the duck — Mexico’s unofficial World Cup mascot — didn’t tak...
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The scene of Merlín the duck stealing the spotlight at President Sheinbaum's news briefing may seem like a lighthearted moment, but it has significant implications for our community in Terrell Hills . As a city with strong ties to San Antonio and its cultural influences, we can expect to see similar stories of local personalities and their pets gaining attention. The fact that Merlín's owner, Carla Gómez, is a street vendor who has become an overnight sensation raises questions about the impact of social media on our local businesses and entrepreneurs. Furthermore, the criticism of President Sheinbaum's decision to welcome Merlín while ignoring relatives of missing persons highlights the need for our own local leaders to be mindful of the issues that matter most to our community. As we watch this story unfold, we should consider how our own city's leaders engage with residents and prioritize their concerns.
About this story
Original reporting by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio . Terrell Hills News surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 1 min
Get more Terrell Hills News stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? Wearing the green jersey of Mexico’s national soccer team and a FIFA tie, he waddled into the room ahead of President Claudia Sheinbaum, took a seat facing reporters and quickly became the star of her Monday morning news briefing.Merlín the duck — Mexico’s unofficial World Cup mascot — didn’t tak...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 22, 2026 by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio and curated for Terrell Hills News readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio. To learn more about how Terrell Hills News selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from Terrell Hills News, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter