MEXICO CITY – Mexican President Claudia Sinbaum said Tuesday that there is no justification for President Trump's 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico, and that her government will respond with tariffs and non-tariff measures.
“There is no reason, theoretical or justification to support this decision that affects our people and our nation.
Trump's tariff actions were published at 12:01am (0501 GMT) in Washington after the first 30-day suspension. Enhanced security At the US-Mexico border.
Trump declared Monday that Mexico, along with Canada and China, did not do enough to stop the flow of the deadly opioid fentanyl and its predecessor chemicals to the United States.
Sheinbaum said Mexico was working with the US on migration, security and drug trafficking.
“In the last 30 days, decisive action has been taken against bilateral meetings on organized crime and fentanyl trafficking, as well as security and trade,” Sinbaum said.
Sinbaum said he will provide details on Mexico's response, including retaliatory tariffs, at an event on Sunday at the capital's iconic Zocalo Square.
The Mexican peso weakened on Tuesday morning, falling about 1% against the dollar.
