Latin America's Reaction to Trump's Election

Latin America largely anticipated Donald Trump's election outcome, with many governments preparing for its implications across the region. A significant expectation is that U.S. diplomacy will adopt a more coercive approach, reinforcing the Monroe Doctrine and sidelining other powers like China. Countries are strategizing how to negotiate, particularly regarding Trump's determination to address migration, with many migrants from Latin America heading to the U.S. Consequently, regional governments are likely to utilize migration as leverage in negotiations or adapt their domestic policies in response to Trump's administration.