Today, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, the main national newspapers highlight various news of interest. On the front page, Reforma reports on the seizure in the United States of a fentanyl shipment from Mexico, with an estimated value of 84 million dollars. Despite the tariff measures imposed by Trump, Mexican exports in March have shown considerable growth, surpassing those from other trading partner countries, according to El Economista. Meanwhile, El Financiero highlights the record achieved by Mexico in merchandise shipments to the United States during the first quarter of the year, despite the prevailing tariff uncertainty. On the other hand, El Universal reveals that fictitious companies from the United States are buying fuel from Mexican cartels, smuggling stolen crude from Pemex to sell abroad and making millions in profit for each shipment. In Milenio, the effectiveness of the USMCA is highlighted, although Trump points to the need to adjust or even end it. Mexico's exports to the United States have reached a record figure of 131 billion 299 million dollars, as La Jornada emphasizes. Additionally, it highlights the papal succession process that begins with the conclave to elect the new pontiff, where Mexicans will have a voice and vote. Finally, Excélsior reports on the statements of Carney and the head of the White House regarding the Canadian company, highlighting the uncertainty expressed by both parties.
