A convoy of Mexican National Guard and Army trucks arrived at the border between Ciudad Juárez and El Paso, Texas, as part of Mexico’s efforts to tighten border security following pressure from the United States.
The deployment is part of a broader effort by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, who pledged to send 10,000 National Guard troops to the country’s northern border after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose tariffs on Mexican imports. While Trump has since delayed the tariffs for a month, Mexico has moved forward with its security reinforcements.
The first wave of Mexican troops arrived two days ago, and members of the National Guard participating in Wednesday’s patrols confirmed they were part of the newly deployed force. Ciudad Juárez is set to receive at least 1,650 troops, making it one of the largest cities to see reinforcements, following Tijuana, which is expected to receive 1,949 troops.
The U.S. and Mexico recently reached a four-point agreement to suspend the tariffs, with Mexico committing to increased border security. In return, the U.S. pledged to enhance efforts to curb the smuggling of American weapons into Mexico, a long-standing concern for Mexican authorities battling organized crime.
During U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s recent visit to Latin America, migration was a key topic. In a statement, the Mexican government confirmed that Rubio expressed appreciation for Mexico’s efforts to deploy troops to the border.
Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of Defense has signaled the possibility of increasing its military presence along the southern border, with officials suggesting that up to 10,000 U.S. troops could be deployed if needed.
The latest military movements highlight growing cooperation—and tensions—between the two nations as they grapple with migration, security, and economic policies along the border.
