Mexico denied a U.S. military plane access to land temporarily, frustrating the Trump administration’s plans to deport immigrants to the country. Two C-17s flew deportees to Guatemala, but the third flight to Mexico did not take off. The reason for Mexico’s denial is unclear, but tensions between the two countries have risen since Trump took office. The Mexican government opposes Trump’s harsh immigration policies, including the “remain in Mexico” policy and potential tariffs on Mexican goods. Despite the denial, Guatemala accepted three flights of deportees on Friday. The Trump administration has been cracking down on illegal immigration through executive orders, military presence on the border, and deportation efforts. This incident highlights the challenges of deporting immigrants to other countries and the complex relationship between the U.S. and its neighbors.
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Mexico declines to take in U.S. deportation flight
