At the end of his presidential campaign, Donald Trump said that he was willing to take drastic measures in exchange for the protection of the United States’ borders, and that he was ready to impose heavy tariffs on Mexico if it refused to take action against crime and drug trafficking.
On my first day, I will notify Mexico that if they do not stop the flow of criminals and drugs, I will impose a 25 percent tariff on all products coming from Mexico. If this strategy does not work, the tariff may rise to 50 percent, 75 percent, and eventually even 100 percent
Trump stated.
Until now, the Mexican government has tried to keep the migration crisis under control to avoid chaos at the borders, but this has always been undermined by the Democrats. Todd Bensman, a researcher at the Center for Immigration Studies, emphasized that there are hundreds of thousands of migrants in southern Mexico, which puts pressure on Mexico.
Already in 2019, Trump successfully used this tactic to force Mexico to restrict migration. His actions made it impossible for many migrants to find work in the United States, reducing pressure on the border. Mexico’s economy has responded favorably to Trump’s policies, as it is closely linked to exports to the United States.
According to experts, this strategy may be clearly necessary to protect American public safety. Several experts in the United States support Trump’s ideas as the only way to stop crime and drug trafficking.
If Trump is re-elected president, Mexico will have to address the migration crisis or face the consequences. This is a situation that Mexico cannot ignore. Trump’s policies make it clear to Mexico that it cannot avoid responsibility
Bensman added.
Cover photo: Donald Trump has set a firm path regarding border protection (Photo: AFP)
Source: magyarnemzet.hu
