June 7-13, 2024
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L.A. PROTESTS ESCALATE AMID TRADE TENSIONS
The June 2025 protests in Los Angeles erupted in response to aggressive ICE raids ordered by President Trump The Mexican government expressed deep concern after 61 Mexican nationals were detained, making President Sheinbaum to defend migrant rights while denying accusations from US officials that she incited unrest.
The situation has strained US Mexico relations, just as critical negotiations over USMCA's review and trade measures. Mexico’s stance in defending its citizens abroad, combined with political rhetoric from US officials, risks positions on both sides If tensions escalate, they could have consequences on trade issues or delay progress in revising USMCA negotiations Furthermore, while Mexico calls for respectful dialogue, the fallout from the protests could complicate Sheinbaum’s discussions with Trump at the G-7 summit in Canada.
Source: CNN
USCOURTAGREESTOKEEPTRUMPTARIFFS INTACT
Secretary of Economy Marcelo Ebrard warned the US that if no agreement is reached to eliminate tariffs on Mexican steel and aluminum, Mexico will impose reciprocal tariffs on U.S. steel.
Following negotiations in Washington with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Ebrard emphasized that the current 50% tariffs are unsustainable and harm both economies, especially the construction, automotive, and aerospace sectors. If not, the issue will be raised directly with President Trump during talks related to the USMCA framework.
Source: EL FINANCIERO
DEPUTYSECRETARYOFSTATEHOLDSTALKWITHSHEINBAUM
President Sheinbaum met with US Undersecretary of State Christopher Landau for over two hours to discuss bilateral issues and prepare for her potential meeting with Trump at next week’s G-7 summit in Canada The conversation covered security, migration, and diplomatic coordination
Source: LA JORNADA
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TELECOMMUNICATIONS LAW
On June 23rd, new US tariffs will take effect on imported steel products after Proclamation 10896 and its update by the Department of Commerce. These duties will apply to goods such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves, because they contain steel in their production. In this sense, the tariffs are part of the Biden administration's broader policy to adjust steel imports and reinforce domestic manufacturing In this sense, this action reflects growing protectionist trade measures and may affect global supply chains. For Mexico and other exporters to the US, this means increased costs and potential disruptions for companies manufacturing or assembling affected products
Source: FEDERAL REGISTER
NOTEDISMISSEDBYAUTHORITIES:MEXICO PRESSUREDBYTHEUSTOEXTRADITECARTELLINKEDOFFICIALS
Reuters reported that the US is pressuring Mexico to prosecute and extradite politicians allegedly tied to organized crime, even threatening new tariffs The claims stated meetings between US and Mexican officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Foreign Minister Juan Ramón de la Fuente.
However, both the U.S. and Mexican governments posted on X dismissing the story as “fake news.” While Mexico recently extradited 29 cartel suspects, Sheinbaum could face political risks If true, such pressure could destabilize bilateral trust and complicate future USMCA negotiations and security cooperation
Source: ARISTEGUI NOTICIAS
HEINEKEN TO INVEST IN YUCATÁN
On June 11, 2025, Secretary of Economy Marcelo Ebrard announced Heineken’s $2 75 billion investment in Mexico through 2028, including a new brewery in Yucatán. President Sheinbaum praised the move as a sign of investor confidence. Heineken CEO Oriol Bonaclocha emphasized community engagement and sustainability, stating the plant will create over 3,000 jobs
Source: LA JORNADA
Legislativeand RegulatoryIssues:
PUBLIC SECURITY
Initiative with Draft Decree Enacting the National Guard Law
Presented by: Federal Executive
Objective: Establishes the National Guard as a permanent, professional public security force composed of military personnel with police training and trusted civilians. Defines leadership, recruitment, duties, and administrative responsibilities under the Secretariat of National Defense, ensuring operational control and integration within national security strategies.
Status: 2025-06-09 – Published in the Parliamentary Gazette
NOTE:
These initiatives were presented during the Extraordinary Period by the Permanent Commissions. Meaning that they would have to be referred to Congress on the next Legislative Period if they were to be approved.
