Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reported that the United States repatriated over 5,000 migrants to Mexico in the first week after President Trump's inauguration. The return of non-Mexican nationals to Mexico marked the end of the 'Remain in Mexico' program under the Biden administration, leading to a drop in migrant apprehensions and crossings at the border.
Key Points
Over 5,000 migrants repatriated to Mexico in the first week after Trump's inauguration
End of the 'Remain in Mexico' program under the Biden administration
Significant drop in migrant apprehensions and crossings at the border
Pros
Reduction in illegal border crossings and migrant apprehensions
Impact on immigration enforcement measures
Cons
Lack of clarity on the nationalities of repatriated migrants who were not Mexican citizens