Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas predicts that illegal immigration will decrease significantly after President-elect Trump takes office due to Trump’s plan to reinstate the “remain in Mexico” policy. Cruz believes this decrease will start immediately in January and February as Trump begins to vigorously enforce immigration laws. He also discussed Trump’s use of tariffs as leverage to encourage Mexico’s government to assist in stopping border traffic, noting that Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has shown willingness to work with the Trump administration.
In addition to Mexico, Trump has also been in discussions with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau regarding the issue of illegal immigration and illicit drugs coming into the U.S. from Canada. Trudeau visited Trump at his Mar-a-Lago club in Florida to discuss these important topics, including the fentanyl crisis and fair trade deals that do not harm American workers. Trump is threatening to impose 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico as a way to address these issues and reduce the trade deficit with these countries.
Trump stated that he will no longer allow American citizens to suffer from the drug epidemic caused by drug cartels and fentanyl flowing into the country, much of which originates from China. He emphasized the need for collaboration between the U.S. and Canada to end this devastation on U.S. families. Trudeau, who has been prime minister of Canada since 2015, has committed to working with the U.S. on these issues in order to address the challenges of illegal immigration and drug trafficking.
Cruz also highlighted the importance of leverage in international negotiations, citing the successful use of tariffs as a means to prompt action from Mexico and Canada. He credited the threat of tariffs with motivating the Mexican president to promise cooperation in securing the border. This approach demonstrates Trump’s commitment to enforcing immigration laws and addressing the flow of illegal immigrants and drugs into the United States.
Trump’s meetings with both Trudeau and Sheinbaum signify a renewed focus on border security and immigration enforcement in the early days of his presidency. By engaging in discussions with these leaders and using tariffs as leverage, Trump aims to address issues of illegal immigration and drug trafficking from neighboring countries. The commitments made by Trudeau and Sheinbaum to work with the U.S. indicate a potential shift in cooperation and collaboration on these critical issues. Overall, the Trump administration is taking proactive steps to reduce illegal immigration and enhance border security in the coming months.
