Mexico intends to escalate its legal action against U.S. gun manufacturers if the U.S. classifies drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed this determination following U.S. President Donald Trump’s directive to designate Mexican cartels, with a list reportedly identifying six major groups. This classification would categorize cartels alongside other global terrorist entities.
The impetus for Mexico’s legal expansion stems from the assertion that over 70% of the firearms utilized by drug cartels are sourced from the United States. As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to deliberate on Mexico’s existing lawsuit against gun makers next month, the outcome could significantly influence bilateral relations and the ongoing fight against drug-related violence.
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