Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has reversed course and agreed to accept thousands of deported migrants from the United States, a move that comes after mounting pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Sheinbaum announced Monday that Mexico has received more than 4,000 deportees over the past week, with the “large majority” being Mexican nationals. However, according to Reuters, non-Mexican deportees are also being processed, a significant shift from her administration’s earlier stance against accepting migrants from other countries.
Sheinbaum’s concession signals a significant policy shift amid growing concerns over border security and illegal immigration. The decision follows months of diplomatic pressure and renewed calls from Trump, who has consistently called for the need for stricter immigration policies and tougher enforcement measures.