Claudia Sheinbaum, the mayor of Mexico City and leader of a leftwing populist party, has navigated relationships with Donald Trump adeptly, maintaining high approval ratings despite the US's strained diplomatic approach. Facing a looming tariff threat from Trump regarding Mexico's handling of migration and fentanyl, Sheinbaum has made concessions while also asserting Mexico's proactive measures. This balance has allowed her to charm Trump and emerge relatively unscathed, while enhancing her political standing at home. Experts note her ability to remain composed amid these pressures, as Mexico gears up for prolonged negotiations with the US.
Sheinbaum has made some concessions, but she has also charmed Trump and won plaudits at home, with approval ratings that touch 80%.
Trump described Sheinbaum as a marvellous woman even as he claims Mexico is essentially run by cartels.
Sheinbaum has shown a willingness to do more on fentanyl, with Mexican security forces notching a record seizure just days after Trump's announcement.
Mexican national guard officers at the border... Sheinbaum has kept a cool head, and the capacity to hold firm and react to Trump.
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