President Trump issued an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of America,” a change impacting only the U.S. portion of the gulf within its marine boundary. This action, part of a broader initiative to restore “American greatness,” seeks to update the Geographic Names Information System to reflect the new name. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum responded by asserting that the name “Gulf of Mexico” will remain in use internationally and within Mexico.
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Following President-elect Trump’s claim that Mexico agreed to close its border with the US, Mexican President Sheinbaum vehemently denied the assertion. Sheinbaum clarified that Mexico’s strategy focuses on a comprehensive approach to migration, respecting human rights, and building bridges rather than closing borders. Trump’s announcement followed his promise of imposing a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian goods, a move met with opposition from President Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau. The differing accounts highlight a potential conflict, echoing past disagreements between Trump and Mexican officials regarding border security and trade.
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum downplayed a Rolling Stone report detailing a potential “soft invasion” of Mexico by the incoming Trump administration, characterizing it as unrealistic. The report alleges plans for U.S. special forces operations targeting Mexican cartels, including assassinations and airstrikes, with support from several Trump appointees. Sheinbaum asserted Mexico’s sovereignty, while figures like Pete Hegseth and Marco Rubio voiced support for military intervention, albeit with caveats regarding cooperation with the Mexican government. However, experts warn such actions could inadvertently strengthen cartels and destabilize the region.
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President-elect Trump’s planned tariffs on Canada and Mexico are opposed by President Biden, who considers them counterproductive and potentially damaging to crucial relationships. Biden hopes Trump will reconsider this action, which violates the USMCA and could severely impact the Canadian economy. While both Trudeau and Sheinbaum spoke with Trump, their accounts of the conversations regarding border control and tariffs differed. Biden expressed confidence that a smooth transition would occur, despite Trump’s controversial trade policies.
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John Q. Hosedrinker