Mexico considers retaliatory tariffs in response to Trump's trade threats

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum indicated that the country may impose its own tariffs in response to President-elect Donald Trump's threat of 25% tariffs on Mexican goods. Sheinbaum emphasized the need for dialogue but stated that drug issues are primarily a U.S. problem. Sheinbaum noted that Mexico has made efforts to reduce migrant flows and combat drug trafficking, including fentanyl. She criticized U.S. military spending, suggesting funds should be redirected to address migration's root causes. This response marks a shift from the previous administration's cooperative approach. Unlike former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, Sheinbaum appears less inclined to accommodate Trump's demands, raising concerns about potential economic impacts from retaliatory tariffs.