Mexico acknowledged the US decision regarding land transfer near the border. This decision is a sovereign matter for the US. Mexico emphasized that it must not impact Mexico or cross into its jurisdiction.
Sheinbaum stated that Mexico respects US autonomy. Mexico expects the same coordination and cooperation on security. This is what they've had so far.
The US Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum traveled to New Mexico. He announced the emergency withdrawal and transfer to the US Army. This transfer included nearly 109,651 acres of federal land along the US-Mexico border.
The Department of the Army requested the withdrawal and transfer. This was on an emergency basis. This allows for the increase in regular patrols by federal personnel.
The Army will construct infrastructure to prevent unlawful entry. They will disrupt foreign terrorist threats to the US. They will curb illegal cross-border activities.
While the specific purpose of the proposed US military deployment remains unclear, Sheinbaum stressed that Mexico is focused on addressing the root causes of migration. She expects any action to respect human rights and avoid harming border communities.
President noted that similar US troop deployments have occurred in the past. Mexico remains in regular communication with Washington. This is to prevent any disruption to bilateral relations.
Donald Trump sent a memorandum to four federal department heads on April 11. He instructed them to allow the military to use and take jurisdiction of federal land along the US-Mexico border. The Trump administration is evaluating the establishment of a military base along the border.