Just days after Donald Trump issued a no-nonsense ultimatum to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum—that Mexico must halt the northward flow of migrants or face punishing tariffs on its goods—it appears that Mexico has snapped to attention. Trump’s hardline threat to slap a hefty 25% import duty on Mexican products has miraculously galvanized Mexico into action, showcasing the kind of decisive leadership that commands results on the international stage.
Reports from the Associated Press detail how Mexico has now effectively disbanded two massive migrant caravans, previously swelling to about 4,000 people. Mexican authorities didn’t just disperse these caravans; they also offered buses to shuttle some migrants to various cities in the south and handed out transit papers to others, allowing them 20 days to pass through Mexico.
This vigorous enforcement action dovetails perfectly with what looks like a newly minted understanding between Trump and Sheinbaum, hammered out under the pressure of Trump’s electoral triumph. When America exhibits robust leadership, tangible results follow. Trump isn’t even back in the Oval Office yet, and he’s already steering international policy more effectively than Biden managed in his entire term.
Trump’s swift actions reassert a policy of strength and deterrence, proving that firm, clear directives can indeed spur other nations to take serious steps on issues that directly impact U.S. interests. What we’re witnessing is the power of strong leadership and the importance of respecting American laws and sovereignty. Under Trump’s watchful eye, it’s clear that America is demanding—and receiving—the respect it deserves.
This isn’t just about migration; it’s about asserting and maintaining control over our national security and borders. It’s a lesson in the importance of having a leader at the helm who isn’t afraid to enforce the rules and protect our country. The message to our neighbors and to the world couldn’t be clearer: America is back, standing tall and firm on its convictions, and the era of bending to the whims of others is decisively over.
