Sheinbaum Blocks US Intervention As Cartels Tighten Grip On Mexico

As cartel violence continues to spread across Mexico, President Claudia Sheinbaum is doubling down on her refusal to allow US military intervention. With President Donald Trump escalating efforts to target cartel leaders, Sheinbaum has dismissed the idea of US action on Mexican soil, calling it an unacceptable violation of national sovereignty.

Trump has labeled several major drug cartels as terrorist organizations, expanding the authority of US agencies to act against them. Secretary Of State Marco Rubio called the move a critical step in combating cartel influence, while Elon Musk suggested that the designation could pave the way for targeted military strikes.

Sheinbaum, who has been accused of benefiting from cartel support in her election, responded by proposing constitutional reforms that would ban any foreign forces from operating in Mexico without government approval. She emphasized that while Mexico is open to collaboration, it will not accept “interference” from the US.

Despite her strong opposition, Sheinbaum’s government has taken some steps to ease tensions. Mexican authorities recently announced high-profile arrests within the Sinaloa Cartel and deployed more troops to border areas in an effort to avoid Trump’s threatened tariffs. However, cartel violence continues to destabilize the country.

The US has significantly increased its intelligence-gathering efforts inside Mexico, using drones to track cartel activities and fentanyl production. Sheinbaum confirmed the existence of these surveillance operations but expressed frustration over their growing presence.

While Canada has joined the US in classifying drug cartels as terrorist entities, Sheinbaum remains adamant that Mexico will not accept military intervention, even as violence spirals out of control.

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