Mexico to Continue Legal Fight Against US Arms Trade Despite Supreme Court Setback

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed her strong disapproval of the US Supreme Court's decision to dismiss the Mexican government's lawsuit against US arms manufacturers. She emphasized the alarming statistic, revealed in a January report by the US Department of Justice, that 75% of the weapons seized in Mexico originated illegally from the US. "The Supreme Court's decision is unacceptable," Sheinbaum stated during a press conference. Despite the setback, Mexico is moving forward with a new lawsuit against US arms distributors and sellers. This ongoing legal battle underscores the urgent need for stronger collaboration between the two countries to tackle the problem of illegal arms trafficking. The situation highlights the complex challenges faced by Mexico in combating gun violence and the significant role played by the flow of weapons from the United States.