President-elect Trump announced Wednesday evening that he had a “wonderful conversation” with Mexico’s far-left President Claudia Sheinbaum, signaling a potential breakthrough in addressing illegal immigration and drug trafficking. The discussion came shortly after Trump threatened hefty tariffs on Mexican goods unless the country cracked down on its drug cartels and the migrant caravans fueling illegal immigration into the U.S.
“She has agreed to stop Migration through Mexico, and into the United States, effectively closing our Southern Border,” Trump said, calling the conversation “very productive.” He emphasized that Mexico’s immediate action on migration would significantly reduce the influx of illegal crossings, describing it as a major step toward curbing what he referred to as the “illegal invasion” of the U.S.
BREAKING: President Trump has spoken with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum who has agreed to “stop Migration through Mexico, and into the United States, effectively closing our Southern Border.”
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Trump also highlighted fentanyl as a critical topic during their talk. Both leaders pledged to address the devastating drug crisis that continues to ravage American communities. Trump announced plans for a large-scale public awareness campaign on the dangers of fentanyl, which will launch soon after he assumes office in January. “By the time the Campaign is over, everyone will know how really bad the horror of this Drug is,” Trump declared, underscoring his administration’s commitment to combating both the supply and demand sides of the crisis.
For her part, Sheinbaum characterized the conversation as “excellent,” noting the importance of respecting Mexico’s sovereignty while collaborating on shared security challenges. She also highlighted Mexico’s ongoing efforts to reduce fentanyl consumption within its borders, signaling alignment on addressing the broader issues of drug trafficking and public health.
This dialogue marks a surprising moment of cooperation between two leaders with vastly different ideologies. Trump’s hardline approach to border security and his threat of economic penalties appear to have prompted swift action from Mexico. Sheinbaum’s agreement to halt migrant flows through her country “effective immediately” is a significant concession, demonstrating the leverage Trump’s tariff threats have exerted.
Critics may question the durability of this newfound collaboration, but for now, the announcement represents a rare instance of progress in addressing the border crisis. Trump’s ability to extract such commitments from Sheinbaum before even taking office underscores his emphasis on decisive action and accountability.
Whether this cooperation leads to lasting solutions remains to be seen, but both leaders seem committed to addressing the twin crises of illegal immigration and drug trafficking. With inauguration day approaching, Trump’s hardline stance on border security is already shaping U.S.-Mexico relations.
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