Summary
President Donald Trump stated that Mexico is a "true threat" to California and Texas due to water and sewage issues. He threatened to impose a 5% tariff on Mexican goods if Mexico does not honor a water-sharing treaty. Trump claims Mexico owes the United States a significant amount of water, which is needed for Texas agriculture.
Key Facts
- President Trump called Mexico a "true threat" because of its water and sewage issues.
- He wants Mexico to fix its sewage problem immediately.
- Trump suggested that untreated sewage water is entering the Tijuana River from Mexico.
- He mentioned imposing a 5% tariff on Mexico if it does not meet a water-sharing agreement.
- Trump claims Mexico owes the U.S. over 800,000 acre-feet of water.
- The water dispute is part of long-standing treaty disagreements between the countries.
- This issue affects Texas farmers who need water for their crops and livestock.
- The situation has increased tensions between the U.S. and Mexico.
