AMLO Outlines Vision for U.S.-Mexico Relations, Proposes $20 Billion Aid Plan
As he nears the end of his term, Mexican President López Obrador advocates for addressing root causes of migration and maintaining sovereignty.
- Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, in a 60 Minutes interview, discusses his legacy, immigration policies, and relations with the U.S.
- AMLO proposes a $20 billion annual U.S. aid to Latin America to address root causes of migration, alongside lifting sanctions on Venezuela and ending the Cuban embargo.
- López Obrador emphasizes a policy of 'Hugs, Not Bullets' to combat cartel violence, claiming a nearly 20% drop in homicides since taking office.
- Critics question the effectiveness of AMLO's strategies, pointing to persistent corruption and the influence of cartels in upcoming elections.
- AMLO defends Mexico's sovereignty against U.S. political pressures, advocating for a relationship of equals with the United States.