Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries
The review could close some of 53 consulates as Mexican officials warn it may limit passport, birth and legal services for millions of citizens.
- The U.S. State Department is reviewing all 53 Mexican consulates in the United States, citing alignment with President Donald Trump's 'America First' foreign policy agenda. Assistant Secretary of State Dylan Johnson confirmed the review via email.
- Tensions escalated in recent weeks after drug trafficking indictments of Mexican officials and a CIA-led anti-narcotics operation that killed two officers, compounded by far-right writer Peter Schweizer's claims that consulates interfere in U.S. politics. Years of tit-for-tat tariffs have also strained relations.
- Los Angeles serves nearly 13 million people of Mexican descent in California, including an estimated 1.7 million in the U.S. illegally. Azucena Aviles, a 33-year-old mother who visited this month, said consular services are 'invaluable' support systems for her community.
- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum rejected the claim that consulates are 'playing politics in the United States,' stating their role is to 'always protect' citizens. Former ambassador Arturo Sarukhan warned that such reviews signal a 'very, very rocky moment' in bilateral relations.
- Trump has increased pressure on Mexico ahead of free trade negotiations, even threatening military action against cartels. The review potentially aligns with broader immigration efforts targeting an estimated 4.3 million undocumented Mexicans in the U.S.
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Los Angeles—The Mexican consulate in Los Angeles helps thousands of citizens each week, assisting them with birth registration, obtaining passports, and, more and more since President Donald Trump's second term began, with access to legal aid for loved ones who have come into conflict with his government's immigration policies. Although the consulate serves the country's largest Mexican community, the 53 Mexican consulates in the United States p…
U.S. review of Mexican consulates stokes worries vital services may be lost
The Trump administration's review of Mexico's 53 U.S. consulates has stoked worries among Mexicans in the U.S. that some could be shuttered, making it harder for them to access important services
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Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries
The Trump administration's review of Mexico's 53 U.S. consulates has stoked worries among Mexicans in the U.S. that some could be shuttered, making it harder for them to access important services.
The Mexican consulate in Los Angeles helps thousands of citizens every week, assisting them with birth registration, obtaining passports and, more and more since President Donald Trump's second term began, with access to legal aid for loved ones who have come into conflict with their government's migration policies.
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