Sheinbaum tells US ambassador to avoid political interference in drug trafficking dispute
Summary
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum told the U.S. ambassador to respect Mexico’s internal politics and not interfere amid rising tensions over drug trafficking efforts. The disagreement follows U.S. drug charges against a Mexican state governor and unauthorized CIA actions in Mexico, increasing strain between the two countries.Key Facts
- President Sheinbaum said ambassadors should focus on cooperation and avoid interfering in local politics.
- U.S. Ambassador Ron Johnson warned against turning drug security issues into political disputes.
- The tensions come amid ongoing difficulties between Mexico and the U.S. fighting drug cartels.
- President Trump threatened to send U.S. troops to Mexico to fight cartels and accused Mexican officials of corruption.
- Mexico ordered troops to the U.S. border to control migration and complied with some U.S. demands despite tensions.
- Unauthorized CIA involvement in a Mexican drug lab raid in April upset Mexico’s government.
- The U.S. charged the governor of Sinaloa, a close ally of Sheinbaum’s party, with drug trafficking ties.
- Mexico’s congress approved a law allowing election results to be canceled if there is foreign interference.
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