Staff Reports
President-elect Donald Trump recently revealed a major breakthrough in his negotiations with Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum, who has reportedly agreed to take significant action to stem the tide of migration across the southern U.S. border. While some might still be clinging to the comforting fallacies of open borders, Trump’s straightforward approach is causing waves, and they’re not just the ones washing up on the beach after migrant caravans try to cross.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump characterized his discussion with Sheinbaum as “wonderful,” which is fitting for a deal that promises to keep America safer and mitigate the chaos posed by drug trafficking. The two leaders not only focused on halting unauthorized migration but also set their sights on tackling the core issue of drug smuggling. After all, what good is a secure border if it’s still loaded with illicit substances that wreak havoc on American communities?
🚨 NOW: Trump Border Czar Tom Homan and TX Gov. Abbott are down at the border serving Thanksgiving Dinner to our service members
These two men truly love America. And that’s so refreshing to see.
Happy Thanksgiving to our border heroes!
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Trump declared that effective measures would be implemented immediately to block individuals from crossing the southern border, making a strong statement about curbing the illegal invasion the U.S. has faced for far too long. The urgency is clear; the agreement is a big step toward restoring order and security that many feel has been sorely lacking in recent years. Yet again, Trump emphasizes his knack for making deals that actually resonate with the needs of Americans rather than the lofty ideals of utopian policymakers.
Interestingly enough, it seems that this agreement wasn’t reached without some proverbial back-and-forth. Before this cooperation emerged, Trump had threatened to impose hefty tariffs—a robust 25%—on all goods from both Mexico and Canada. Ah, the good old days—when leaders picked up the phone to discuss solutions rather than avoiding responsibility. Sheinbaum’s response to Trump’s proposed tariffs showcased a typical leftist stance, suggesting that the U.S. should invest in development rather than enforce borders. It’s amazing how the left always wants to spend taxpayer money—just not on what really matters, like secure borders.
Sheinbaum’s plea for “cooperation and mutual understanding” might fall flat in the ears of those who understand that enforcing rules and borders is a far better approach. Her claim that drug consumption issues in the U.S. can’t be fixed through tariffs or threats seems naive at best. One thing is clear: Americans are tired of leaders who prioritize platitudes over practical solutions. What’s genuinely needed is a firm leadership that recognizes that a secure border is synonymous with a safer America. Under Trump’s leadership, it looks like Mexico just might start taking its role in border control seriously, and that can only be good news for every law-abiding citizen in the United States.
