Mexico Deploys 10,000 Troops to US Border in Fentanyl and Migration Crackdown

The move follows a deal with President Trump to delay tariffs in exchange for increased border security efforts and measures to combat drug trafficking.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has committed 10,000 troops to the northern border to address drug smuggling and illegal migration, primarily targeting fentanyl trafficking.
The deployment comes as part of an agreement with President Trump, who postponed a 25% tariff on Mexican imports for 30 days in exchange for the increased security measures.
The U.S. has pledged to work on reducing the flow of high-powered firearms into Mexico, which fuel cartel violence and organized crime.
Critics question the effectiveness of the troop deployment, citing similar past measures that had limited impact on curbing drug trafficking or migration.
The move highlights political maneuvering by both leaders, with Sheinbaum aiming to project strength on security issues and Trump reinforcing his border-focused policies.