Claudia Sheinbaum avoided continuing the discussion with U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday after he accused her of fearing drug trafficking and rejecting the sending of U.S. military forces. During a morning conference, Sheinbaum reiterated that she would not engage with Trump through the media and emphasized that both governments maintain a constant dialogue.
Despite Trump's statements, Sheinbaum avoided entering into controversies and limited herself to assuring that there is a fluid and positive communication with the President of the United States. The U.S. president had previously expressed that if Mexico requested help with the cartels, it would be an honor for him to send troops.
Sheinbaum confirmed the rejection of Trump's military intervention to combat the cartels, making it clear that, although they sometimes disagree, they maintain a respectful dialogue. She highlighted that in her first three months in office, they have had more than five calls and that, despite the differences, there is good communication between both leaders.
The U.S. president had mentioned to the media that Sheinbaum "is so afraid of the cartels that she can't think clearly," as an explanation for her refusal to accept the presence of U.S. military forces in Mexico to confront drug trafficking groups. Although Trump invited the Mexican president to request help, Sheinbaum chose not to delve into the controversy and merely underscored that they maintain an open and respectful dialogue.
