Trump’s Tariff Threat ‘Will Definitely Get Mexico to the Table So We Can Solve the Problem’

On Tuesday's broadcast of NewsNation's “The Hill,” Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) said Mexico has made strong efforts to “stop fentanyl and keep people from entering the United States.” “We can do much more to stop it.” And since Mexico doesn't want to be hit with a 25% tariff from the U.S. and the U.S. doesn't want to see Mexico retaliate with tariffs, President-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats are intended as leverage. It is said to be a thing. They put a 25% tariff on us and said, “This will definitely bring Mexico to the table and we'll solve our problems with immigration and fentanyl.''

“Mexico has done a lot, but it can do a lot more to stop fentanyl and stop people from entering the country,” Cuellar said.

He added, “Laredo is the largest port. We account for 40% of all trade between the U.S. and Mexico. We know that this is a negotiating tool and a way to gain leverage. We know that Mexico will come to the table wanting to impose a 25% tariff on them. But we don't want to get involved because the Mexicans are threatening to do the same thing. But I think this will definitely bring Mexico to the table and solve the issue with immigration and fentanyl. Masu.”