President Trump is using tariffs as a means of pressure on Mexico and Canada, according to recent reports. In a new development, it has been reported that the United States Coast Guard has been mobilized and raids targeting migrants have begun in various locations, including schools, hospitals, and churches. In response to these measures, state prosecutors and NGOs have filed complaints against the government's anti-immigrant actions.
Amid this situation, the bishop of the region has come out to contradict Trump's actions, emphasizing that migrants are not criminals. Despite the increase in deportations, the official message is that attention to migrants will be guided by humanitarian principles. The asylum policy in the United States has come to an end, which means that affected foreigners will be received, but efforts will be made to return them to their countries of origin.
Trump has ordered a review of the United States' trade policy, including the USMCA, the new trilateral agreement. This review must be ready before April. It is estimated that the tariffs imposed could cost Mexico one percentage point of GDP this year, making it the most exposed country to Trump's decisions regarding migration and international trade.
In another report, it highlights that Trump is interested in renegotiating the USMCA as soon as possible, according to the Wall Street Journal. Pressure on Mexico and Canada continues to rise while there is an observed intensification of immigration and trade measures by the US administration.
