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Sheinbaum Claims Progress Against Cartels Amid U.S. Threats

1/17/2026

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Sheinbaum Tackles Cartels

On January 16, 2026, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said efforts to combat drug cartels and reduce migration are yielding results.
Her remarks followed threats by U.S. President Donald Trump of military action against Mexican cartels.
Sheinbaum credited a drop in the homicide rate and lower fentanyl seizures at the border to cooperation with the United States.
She urged the United States to address drug consumption and arms trafficking.

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De La Fuente Strengthens Security

On January 14, 2026, Mexican Foreign Minister Juan Ramón de la Fuente and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke by phone to discuss strengthening security and countering drug cartels.
The United States urged Mexico to accelerate actions against drug trafficking, especially fentanyl, stating improvements are insufficient.
The call is part of ongoing high-level discussions to strengthen bilateral security cooperation.
No immediate policy changes were announced.

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Sheinbaum Tackles Cartels

On January 16, 2026, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said efforts to combat drug cartels and reduce migration are yielding results.
Her remarks followed threats by U.S. President Donald Trump of military action against Mexican cartels.
Sheinbaum credited a drop in the homicide rate and lower fentanyl seizures at the border to cooperation with the United States.
She urged the United States to address drug consumption and arms trafficking.

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