Sheinbaum Threatens Mobilization if US Taxes Mexican Remittances

Mexican Official Warns of Protests Over US Remittance Tax Proposal San Luis Potosí, Mexico – May 24, 2025 – Claudia Sheinbaum, head of government for Mexico City, issued a strong warning today against a proposed US law that would tax remittances sent from the United States to Mexico. Speaking at a press conference in San Luis Potosí, Sheinbaum stated, "De ser necesario nos vamos a movilizar porque no queremos que haya impuestos a las remesas de nuestros paisanos" (If necessary, we will mobilize because we do not want taxes on the remittances of our countrymen). This statement highlights the deep concern within Mexico regarding the potential economic impact on millions of families who rely on these funds. The proposed legislation is currently under consideration in the US Congress and has drawn significant opposition from Mexican officials and citizens alike. Sheinbaum's call to action, urging Mexicans living in the US to contact their senators, underscores the urgency and seriousness of the situation. The potential disruption to the flow of remittances could have far-reaching consequences for the Mexican economy and social fabric. The ongoing debate in the US Congress will undoubtedly continue to shape the relationship between the two countries in the coming weeks and months.