The Trump administration admitted to illegally deporting Britania Uriostegui Rios, a Mexican trans woman, to Mexico despite a court order barring her removal due to the likelihood of torture. After a felony assault conviction, Uriostegui Rios faced deportation proceedings, but the judge found she would be in danger in Mexico. The Justice Department acknowledged the “inadvertent” removal and offered her reentry, though her legal status remains in question as Homeland Security seeks to send her to another country. Uriostegui Rios’ attorneys are fighting to keep her out of ICE custody and highlight the administration’s disregard for court orders, particularly given her vulnerable status as a transgender woman facing potential persecution.
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In a peculiar incident, Department of Defense contractors mistakenly declared a Mexican beach as U.S. territory. The contractors, intending to mark a “National Defense Area” on the Texas side, inadvertently planted six signs south of the U.S.-Mexico border. The Mexican Navy intervened, discovering the error, and removed the signs. The Pentagon attributed the mishap to altered topography and stated plans to prevent future confusion, while the Mexican government initiated an investigation, involving the International Boundary and Water Commission.
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In response to Donald Trump’s repeated threats of military action against drug cartels in Mexico, President Claudia Sheinbaum has firmly stated that such intervention “is not going to happen,” citing the historical precedent of the Mexican-American War. Despite Trump’s warnings and claims of being unhappy with Mexico, Sheinbaum maintains that Mexico will not request any foreign intervention. Trump’s threats coincide with the deployment of military assets in the Caribbean, and are seen by analysts as an aggressive approach toward Latin American countries. Trump continues to demand that Mexico do more to reduce the flow of drugs and migrants across the US-Mexico border.
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Gen Z activists are currently demonstrating in Mexico City, voicing their discontent with the alleged protection of cartels by the government. These young protesters are specifically condemning the situation, labeling the state as a “narco-state.” However, President Sheinbaum has responded to the protests, claiming that the demonstrations are being supported by right-wing political parties.
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Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum will be filing charges against a man who groped her during a public event in Mexico City. The incident, captured on video, occurred as she was speaking to supporters. Sheinbaum stated that she decided to press charges to stand in solidarity with other women who experience harassment, and because the suspect allegedly harassed other women in the crowd. The incident has sparked conversations about presidential security and the persistent issue of ingrained machismo within Mexican society, particularly as femicide rates remain high.
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President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico was recently groped by a man during a public appearance in Mexico City, raising concerns about both presidential security and the pervasive issue of sexual harassment faced by women in the country. The incident, captured on video, shows the man attempting to kiss and embrace the president before being stopped by a government official and later arrested. This event underscores the security risks Sheinbaum faces, given the delayed intervention from her security detail, and highlights the broader context of violence against public officials, including the recent killing of a mayor and numerous other targeted attacks. The incident may prompt a reevaluation of Sheinbaum’s approach to security, which currently mirrors her predecessor’s preference for public interaction and lighter security measures.
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The White House is claiming war powers restrictions do not apply to the recent military strikes on alleged drug traffickers, despite the 60-day window stipulated by the War Powers Resolution having closed. This assertion is based on the argument that the strikes do not constitute “hostilities,” a stance that could allow the government to continue these actions without congressional approval. Critics argue that this interpretation is a legal abuse, and further, could expand the scope of military action without congressional oversight, including potential action against Venezuela. Meanwhile, the Pentagon is moving to send troops into Mexico.
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The Trump administration is reportedly planning ground operations on Mexican soil against drug cartels, with personnel from the Pentagon’s Joint Special Operations Command and the CIA already in training. These covert missions, if authorized, would involve drone strikes and represent a significant escalation in the ongoing “armed conflict” with cartels, which the President has deemed “unlawful combatants”. This development follows the designation of cartels as foreign terrorist organizations and the declaration of an “armed conflict,” potentially further complicating relations with the Mexican government, who has stated they will not permit unilateral action by American military personnel. While discussions continue on the scope of the missions, the operations, if approved, would be conducted under Title 50, providing a legal framework for covert intelligence activities.
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Uruapan Mayor Carlos Manzo, known for his strong stance against drug cartels, was fatally shot at a Day of the Dead celebration. Manzo had been critical of President Claudia Sheinbaum’s approach to combating cartel violence and vowed not to back down. Following his death, Mexican Security Minister Omar García Harfuch announced an investigation, vowing there would be no impunity for those responsible. Manzo’s security detail was comprised of handpicked officers and National Guard members, and he was known as the “Mexican Bukele” for his tough-on-crime approach.
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