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Tariffs and the Fentanyl Fight
This chapter examines the effects of Trump's tariff threats on Mexican efforts to combat cartel violence and drug trafficking, particularly regarding fentanyl. It details how these pressures have invigorated law enforcement actions in Mexico, alongside the new president's aggressive stance against cartels. The discussion also explores the complex relationship between U.S. expectations and Mexico's economic realities amid ongoing drug trafficking challenges.