Mexico

Trump has repeatedly offered Mexico President Sheinbaum help in bringing down the cartels but she refused saying she did not need any help. Trump predicted that unless he helps the problem will get worse. This past week his prediction came true. Violent demonstrations erupted across Mexico over the weekend, leaving 100 police officers hurt in the clashes with protesters. The feelings among the Mexican people have changed from anger at the cartels for the drug violence to anger toward the government for not stopping the cartels. The tipping point came with the November 1st murder of the young popular mayor Carlos Manzo. He was shot and killed during a public celebration while with his family. He had repeatedly accused the federal government from failing to act against organized crime. The closing of the US border and the reduction of drug traffic is helping the Mexican government in their fight against the cartels but will it be enough to turn the tide. Will President Sheinbaum ask for help or as some believe, she is getting kickbacks from the cartels.