U.S. President Donald Trump has delayed new tariffs on Mexico for one month after securing an agreement from Mexican authorities to deploy 10,000 National Guard troops to its northern border. The move aims to curb the influx of illegal drugs, particularly fentanyl, into the U.S., Trump announced Monday.
The deal comes just hours before sweeping tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China were set to take effect. In a separate statement, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed that the agreement includes a U.S. pledge to take action against the smuggling of high-powered weapons into Mexico, an issue that has long fueled cartel violence.
While the tariff delay provides short-term relief for both economies, the underlying tensions remain unresolved. Trump has made it clear that if Mexico fails to meet its border enforcement commitments, tariffs will be back on the table, potentially triggering a full-scale trade war.
Meanwhile, critics argue that Trump’s aggressive trade policies are wreaking havoc on U.S. businesses and consumers, warning that supply chains, inflation, and economic stability hang in the balance. With only 30 days until the next deadline, the world is watching to see if this deal holds or if the White House is simply setting the stage for another economic showdown.
