President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico City responded to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's threat of imposing 25% tariffs on Mexican goods if the country does not address the issues of drug trafficking and illegal migration across the border. Sheinbaum suggested that Mexico could retaliate with tariffs of its own if necessary.
Sheinbaum emphasized that drug trafficking is primarily a U.S. problem and expressed willingness to engage in discussions on the issues at hand. She highlighted Mexico's efforts in curbing the flow of migrants, stating that caravans no longer reach the border. Additionally, she mentioned Mexico's actions to combat drug trafficking, including the synthetic opioid fentanyl, despite it being a public health issue rooted in U.S. society.
