White House Announces New Tariffs on Mexico

In a bold move to tackle the escalating drug crisis, President Donald Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on Mexican imports. The White House, through a series of posts on social media site X, clarified that this measure is aimed at compelling Mexico to cooperate more effectively in the fight against drug trafficking.

The administration highlighted the significant role of Mexican cartels in the global drug trade, specifically pointing out their involvement in the trafficking of fentanyl, meth, and other dangerous substances. The White House statement emphasized, "These cartels, in alliance with the Mexican government, pose a serious threat to the national security and public health of the United States."

This tariff is seen as a strategic effort to curb the flow of illegal drugs into the United States and to strengthen the bilateral cooperation between the two nations on security matters.