Amid growing tensions about U.S. drug policy, Mexico firmly rejects any military intervention from the U.S. in its fight against drug cartels, reinforcing its sovereignty.
Mexico Dismisses Trump's Military Action Plan Against Cartels
Mexico Dismisses Trump's Military Action Plan Against Cartels
Mexico’s President affirms no U.S. military will enter the country amid concerns over Trump’s directive on drug cartels.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has strongly dismissed reports suggesting that U.S. military action is on the table to combat drug cartels in Mexico. She stated unequivocally that "the United States is not going to come to Mexico with the military," emphasizing that any notion of an invasion is "absolutely ruled out."
The clarification comes in response to a report by The New York Times indicating that former President Donald Trump had secretly signed a directive allowing for military action against drug cartels in Mexico and across Latin America. The directive reportedly follows Trump's earlier executive order that categorized eight drug cartels—six of which operate in Mexico—as terrorist organizations.
In a statement, Sheinbaum reaffirmed the Mexican government's commitment to cooperate with the U.S. on anti-drug measures, but insisted that military involvement is not part of the framework of their cooperation. "When it has been brought up, we have always said 'No'," Sheinbaum said, echoing her previous statements that U.S. actions should not jeopardize Mexican sovereignty.
The article indicates that Secretary of State Marco Rubio has publicly supported the designation of the cartels as terrorist entities, suggesting that this classification would empower the U.S. military and intelligence agencies to take firm actions against them.
Despite U.S. assertions of ongoing cooperation, the Mexican government maintains a stance that any form of military intervention is unacceptable. Recent reports highlight a drop in illegal border crossings and a significant decrease in fentanyl seizures, indicating some level of successful collaboration between the two countries on drug-related issues. U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, Ronald Johnson, noted the leadership of both nations has made strides, with cartels reportedly experiencing financial strain.
The situation remains delicate as both countries continue to navigate their complex relationship regarding drug cartels and border security, with Mexico standing firmly against any foreign military presence within its borders.
