US Tax on Remittances Threatens Millions of Mexican Families

Proposed US Tax on Remittances Sparks Concern in Mexico Millions of Mexican families rely on remittances sent by relatives in the United States. A new bill currently under consideration in the US Congress could significantly impact these families. The proposed legislation would impose a 3.5% tax on money sent by undocumented immigrants. This has raised concerns among Mexican officials and advocacy groups. "This is not a migratory policy, this is a silent revenge," states Pao Castillo, a prominent social media commentator, in a recent video discussing the bill. Castillo's video highlights the significant contributions undocumented workers make to the US economy, while simultaneously emphasizing the hardship this tax would cause for many families in states like Chiapas, Guerrero, and Michoacán. The House of Representatives has already approved the bill. If the Senate approves and President Trump signs it into law, the tax would go into effect on January 1, 2026. The potential impact on Mexican families is substantial, leading to concerns about increased poverty and economic instability in already vulnerable communities. The final decision on the bill remains to be seen, but the debate underscores the ongoing challenges faced by undocumented immigrants and their families.