The U.S. government has revoked visas for at least 50 Mexican politicians and government officials as part of President Donald Trump’s intensified campaign against drug cartels and their alleged political allies, according to Mexican officials cited by Reuters.
The widespread revocations mark an unprecedented diplomatic move, signaling the administration’s willingness to use visa authority as a foreign policy tool. “The Trump administration is finding new ways to exert more pressure on Mexico,” said Tony Wayne, a former U.S. ambassador to Mexico.
Sources told Reuters that most of the affected individuals belong to President Claudia Sheinbaum’s ruling Morena party, though officials from other political factions were also impacted. The U.S. State Department confirmed visas can be revoked “at any time” for activities contrary to American national interests, including drug trafficking, corruption, or aiding illegal immigration.
Mexico’s government said it was not notified of the actions, as visa matters are considered personal. Former diplomats warned the move could strain bilateral relations and jeopardize cooperation on security and trade.
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