Sheinbaum Rejects US Tax on Remittances: Calls for Action

Mexico Rejects Proposed US Tax on Remittances Mexico City, May 16, 2025 - Claudia Sheinbaum, head of government in Mexico City, today strongly criticized a proposed US tax on remittances sent from the US to Mexico. She described the proposed legislation as discriminatory and a violation of existing treaties between the two nations. The potential tax has sparked considerable concern in Mexico, as remittances represent a significant portion of the national economy. "We are not in agreement with this tax," Sheinbaum stated during a press conference. "It is discriminatory and violates a signed treaty between Mexico and the United States." She emphasized the importance of maintaining open communication with US officials and urged Mexican-Americans to actively engage by contacting their representatives in Congress. The Mexican government has pledged to continue diplomatic efforts to prevent the implementation of the tax. Sheinbaum's call for action from Mexican-Americans adds a powerful grassroots dimension to the ongoing dispute, highlighting the potential for a strong public response to the proposed legislation. The situation underscores the complex relationship between Mexico and the United States, particularly concerning the large Mexican-American population and their economic ties to their homeland.