Trump spoke with Mexico’s President, who “agreed to stop Migration through Mexico and into the United States, effectively closing our Southern Border.”
Listen to this episode: discussing both perspectives, Right and Left
President of Mexico’s letter to Trump
Right: Trump Negotiates Deal With Mexico to Close the Border ‘Effective Immediately’
Left: Trump Claims Border Deal with Mexico
Date: November 28, 2024
Subject: Conflicting narratives emerge regarding President-Elect Trump’s alleged agreement with Mexican President Sheinbaum on border security and migration.
Sources:
- Right-leaning: American Greatness article dated November 27, 2024.
- Left-leaning: Associated Press (AP) news article dated November 27, 2024.
Summary:
President-Elect Trump asserts that he secured an agreement with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to “effectively close” the US-Mexico border by halting migration through Mexico. However, interpretations of the conversation and its implications differ drastically across political perspectives.
Key Points:
- Trump’s Claims:
- Trump announced on Truth Social that Sheinbaum agreed to stop migration through Mexico, effectively closing the US Southern Border.
- He hailed this as a significant victory in combating the “illegal invasion” of the USA.
- Trump framed the conversation as “very productive,” addressing economic, security, and migration concerns, including drug trafficking.
- Quote: “Mexico will stop people from going to our Southern Border, effective immediately. THIS WILL GO A LONG WAY TOWARD STOPPING THE ILLEGAL INVASION OF THE USA. Thank you!!!”
- Mexican Perspective:
- President Sheinbaum confirmed the conversation, characterizing it as “excellent” and collaborative.
- She emphasized Mexico’s strategy on migration, stating that caravans are not reaching the US border due to Mexico’s efforts.
- She highlighted cooperation on security issues within the framework of Mexican sovereignty and efforts to combat fentanyl consumption.
- Quote: “We discussed Mexico’s strategy on migration issues, and I told him the caravans are not reaching the northern (U.S.) border, because Mexico is taking care of them.”
- Conflicting Narratives:
- Right-leaning sources present the conversation as a clear victory for Trump, with Mexico acquiescing to his demands.
- Left-leaning sources are more cautious, noting Sheinbaum’s focus on Mexican sovereignty and existing efforts to manage migration. They highlight the lack of specific details and the uncertainty regarding Trump’s threatened tariffs.
- Additional Context:
- Trump’s announcement comes amidst his threat to impose a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada.
- The AP article notes that border apprehensions are already near four-year lows, partly due to increased cooperation from Mexico under the Biden administration.
- The American Greatness article connects the border conversation with a Texas court ruling upholding the state’s right to install razor wire barriers, framing both as victories against the Biden administration.
Analysis:
It remains unclear whether a concrete agreement was reached between Trump and Sheinbaum or whether it represents a shift in Mexican policy. While Trump claims a significant win, Sheinbaum’s statements suggest a continuation of existing Mexican strategies and emphasize national sovereignty. The AP report casts doubt on the significance of the conversation, given pre-existing trends in border crossings.
Further Research:
- Verify the specific details of Mexico’s current migration policies and border enforcement measures.
- Analyze the potential impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on US-Mexico relations and economic activity.
- Monitor subsequent statements and actions from both the incoming Trump administration and the Mexican government regarding border security and migration.
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