"It's not up for discussion": Sheinbaum rejects the US Army's entry into Mexico.

In a firm statement during a press conference, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum ruled out any possibility of the U.S. military intervening in Mexico, even if former President Donald Trump returns to power, and reiterated this proposal as part of his anti-drug trafficking agenda.

"That's not on the table, nor is it up for discussion," the Mexican president stated, making it clear that, although Trump has raised this option in the past, Mexico will not accept foreign interference that compromises its sovereignty.

Sheinbaum recalled that, during a previous call with Donald Trump, the former US president suggested allowing the US Army to enter the country to combat drug cartels. The response was categorical:

“I told him no. That it wasn't up for discussion. And he didn't understand,” Sheinbaum emphasized.

These types of proposals have been recurrent among some political sectors in the U.S., especially during election times, when the narrative of cross-border combat against organized crime often resurfaces strongly.

The president emphasized that there are mechanisms for collaboration between the two nations that do not entail a loss of sovereignty. Instead of military intervention, Sheinbaum promotes a model of bilateral cooperation based on mutual respect:

"There are ways to collaborate, to coordinate. They can provide us with information, and we can provide them with information, but all within a framework of respect and without subordination."

This approach seeks to maintain the autonomy of Mexican institutions and protect the country from unilateral actions by its northern neighbor.

Sheinbaum's statements come in the context of the preparation of the new Security Agreement between Mexico and the United States, which will outline the lines of action for combating organized crime and drug trafficking in the coming years.

The pact seeks to strengthen intelligence sharing, modernize response capabilities, and avoid any direct military imposition by the United States, especially in the event of a possible return of Trump to the White House in 2025.

The president's message is part of her strategy to position herself as a firm, nationalist leader, ready to defend Mexico's interests in the face of any attempt at external pressure. Her statement also sends a clear signal to Washington: any collaboration must be based on absolute respect for the country.

This stance, in a complex U.S. electoral scenario, could define the tone of bilateral relations for the coming years, especially on such sensitive issues as combating drug trafficking, border control, and migration.