Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum criticized the Trump administration’s decision to label eight major drug cartels, including Jalisco New Generation and Sinaloa, as terrorist organizations. She argued that Mexico would not accept U.S. interference in its sovereignty and internal affairs, emphasizing that any collaboration with the U.S. would be based on mutual respect—not subordination. This response followed the Trump administration’s move,
which opened the door to potential military actions against the cartels. Elon Musk, who leads the Department of Government Efficiency, suggested that the cartels could become targets for drone strikes. While experts believe full-scale military action is unlikely, the U.S. has ramped up its use of drones to target Mexican fentanyl labs. Additionally, Mexico has vowed to take legal action against U.S. gun manufacturers if the cartels are designated as terrorist groups.
