Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has once again rebuffed former U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to launch military strikes against cartels operating in Mexico. Speaking at a press conference, she declared plainly: “Not going to happen.”
Sheinbaum reiterated her long-standing position that Mexico welcomes intelligence sharing but will not permit U.S. troops or military action on its territory. She argued that such intervention would violate Mexico’s sovereignty — a principle she has defended consistently.
Drawing on historical memory, she warned of past U.S. interventions, referencing the 19th-century war when Mexico lost significant territory. Her firm stance comes amid rising tension as Trump pressures Mexico to crack down on drug trafficking.
