Mexico’s president wants to ban U.S. ads warning against migration

latimes.comPublished: 4/21/2025

Summary

President Claudia Sheinbaum issued a strong rebuke against an ad from the Trump administration that warns against undocumented migration to the U.S., calling it discriminatory and vowing to introduce legislation to ban such messages. The commercial, which aired during major soccer games in Mexico City, sparked outrage among viewers for its content and discriminatory tone. Sheinbaum also expressed opposition to any foreign government's influence on Mexico's cultural messaging, further emphasizing her commitment to preserving Mexico's identity and dignity.