Majority of Mexican cartels’ guns come from US, Sheinbaum says in response to Trump claims

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that the majority of firearms used by Mexican cartels originate from the United States, directly responding to US President Donald Trump's comments regarding Mexico as an "epicenter of violence." President Trump had previously expressed a desire to eradicate cartels and made remarks about Mexico's president that were perceived as sexist during a summit speech. Sheinbaum's statement highlights the cross-border flow of weapons as a significant factor in Mexico's cartel violence. This underscores a persistent point of contention in US-Mexico relations regarding security and arms trafficking. The issue is likely to remain a central topic in bilateral discussions on drug enforcement and border security.