Adam Isacson

Adam Isacson, an expert on Latin America, dives into the surprising revelations about Mexico's immigration policies and how they challenge Trump's narrative on tariffs. He discusses Stephen Miller's concerns regarding aggressive tariffs undermining Mexico’s efforts to manage migration. Isacson reveals the proactive measures taken by Mexico in collaboration with the Biden administration, which effectively debunks the myth that Trump’s threats influenced Mexican actions. The conversation also touches on the psychological impacts of migration dynamics on U.S. policy and the financial implications of immigration crackdowns.

Adam Isacson, an expert at the Washington Office on Latin America, discusses the surprising internal concerns of Stephen Miller regarding Trump's tariff strategies on Mexico. He reveals that these tariffs threatened to hamper Mexico's actions to control migration, challenging Trump's narrative of coercion. Isacson explains Mexico's proactive measures regarding immigration, highlighting how Biden’s diplomatic efforts have reshaped U.S.-Mexico relations and undercut the previous administration's claims.