The United States military has approximately 5,000 active-duty soldiers along the southern border with Mexico, as part of President Donald Trump’s efforts to crack down on immigration. General Gregory Guillot of US Northern Command stated that the number could increase further, with a focus on targeting drug cartels through increased intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance operations. The presence of troops along the border fulfills Trump’s campaign pledge to declare a “national emergency” and obtain operational control of the area, including the use of unmanned aerial systems.
In addition to military actions, Trump has pressured Canada and Mexico to restrict undocumented immigration through the use of tariffs. Mexico, in response, sent 10,000 members of its National Guard to the border with the US to combat drug trafficking and migration. However, critics have raised concerns about potential human rights violations and the escalation of violence between US forces and Mexican cartels. Trump has designated the cartels as “foreign terrorist organizations,” further heightening tensions.
While Mexican officials have expressed concerns over potential military strikes on cartels, President Claudia Sheinbaum did not object to US military surveillance flights over US soil. She emphasized the need for coordination between the two countries. General Guillot suggested the need for increased maritime presence, indicating a possible escalation of military activities near Mexico. As discussions continue on border security measures, the relationship between the US and Mexico remains a topic of debate amid concerns about sovereignty and human rights.
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