According to a recent survey, 36% of respondents consider the situation at the Mexico-United States border to be a crisis, a lower percentage than recorded in American public opinion. Additionally, Trump's tariff proposals against Mexican imports do not have broad support in the United States, where 51% of the population opposes them.
The main sectors supporting these measures are white men, Republican Party supporters, individuals without a university education, and those aged between 50 and 64 years. In this complex landscape, the relationship between both countries and their leaders will be crucial in addressing the challenges that arise during Trump's next term.
Despite this perception, the majority, 62%, believe that the bilateral relationship should be respectful and institutional. On the other hand, the rejection of the elected president's policy of deporting migrants is significant in Mexico, with 89% in disagreement.
Public opinion in Mexico about Donald Trump remains predominantly negative, with a consistent trend since his first term in 2016. A recent study by the Belisario DomÃnguez Institute reveals that Mexico is the Latin American country with the most unfavorable perception of Trump.
Regarding the relationship between Trump and the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, concerns are growing about the upcoming inauguration of the U.S. leader. In the face of the threat of mass deportations of migrants, Sheinbaum's government announced the 'Mexico Embraces You' operation to welcome Mexicans who are deported.
Sheinbaum's government has been working on a plan to receive these compatriots, offering access to welfare programs, health services, transportation to their places of origin, and other benefits. The creation of the Bienestar Paisano Card has also been mentioned, providing economic support for deportees to help them return to their places of origin.
Regarding mass deportations of migrants in the U.S., it has been reported that Tom Homan, known for his anti-immigration policies, will play an important role in this process. The deportation of those migrants considered a threat to public safety in the U.S. will be prioritized, initially focusing on cities such as San Diego, California, and Chicago, Illinois.
According to the aforementioned survey, 44% of respondents in Mexico believe that the relationship between the country and the United States will be Poor or Very Poor, representing a significant increase compared to previous measurements.
