Mexico deploys 10,000 troops to its southern border and agrees to talks, halting President Trump’s impending tariffs.
At a Glance
- President Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico for one month
- Mexico deploys 10,000 soldiers to its southern border
- Bilateral talks aim to address fentanyl trade and migration issues
- U.S. commits to preventing high-powered weapons trafficking to Mexico
- White House cites national emergency due to illegal drugs and immigration
Mexico’s Swift Response to U.S. Pressure
In a dramatic turn of events, Mexico has taken swift action to address President Donald Trump’s concerns over border security and illegal drug trade. The Mexican government has deployed 10,000 soldiers to its southern border and agreed to engage in diplomatic discussions, effectively halting the implementation of tariffs threatened by the United States.
President Trump confirmed the pause on anticipated tariffs against Mexico, following a productive conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The deployment of troops aims to curb the flow of fentanyl and illegal immigrants into the United States, addressing key concerns raised by the Trump administration.
Nooooo! Don’t secure the border! The Military is for wars in Eurasia!!! https://t.co/NhhMrNqso1 pic.twitter.com/7izAmRHEz3
— Conor (@counterconor) February 3, 2025
The agreement to pause tariffs for one month provides a window for crucial negotiations between the two nations. High-ranking officials from both countries, including U.S. Secretaries Marco Rubio, Scott Bessent, and Howard Lutnick, will participate in these talks to find sustainable solutions to the pressing issues at hand.
Trump is getting things done without actually even implementing the tariffs.
“I just spoke with President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico. It was a very friendly conversation wherein she agreed to immediately supply 10,000 Mexican Soldiers on the Border separating Mexico and the United States,” President Donald Trump said this week.
President Sheinbaum emphasized Mexico’s newfound commitment to preventing drug trafficking, particularly the flow of fentanyl into the United States. In a reciprocal gesture, the U.S. has pledged to address the trafficking of high-powered weapons into Mexico, showcasing a collaborative approach to tackling cross-border security challenges.
The White House had previously cited a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, citing the threats posed by illegal drugs and immigration. This declaration underscored the gravity of the situation and the urgency for action on both sides of the border.
“The extraordinary threat posed by illegal aliens and drugs, including deadly fentanyl, constitutes a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act,” the White House stated.
President Trump’s strategy of using tariffs as leverage against Mexico, Canada, and China to address illegal drugs and immigration has been a hallmark of his administration’s foreign policy. This latest development with Mexico demonstrates the effectiveness of this approach in prompting immediate action from international partners.
