I will not bow my head to the U.S., says Sheinbaum, seeking best possible relationship

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum declared she will not "bow her head" to the United States, asserting her commitment to defending the nation's sovereignty.

Sheinbaum made these remarks during her regular press conference on Friday, August 14, in response to the U.S. decision to revoke the visa of Andrés Manuel López Beltrán, the son of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. She emphasized that her stance is not personal but a matter of national defense.

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For my people, for my homeland, and because that is how it should be, but I will not bow my head either. And it is not a personal matter, it is a matter of defending the homeland, it's that simple.

"For my people, for my homeland, and because that is how it should be, but I will not bow my head either. And it is not a personal matter, it is a matter of defending the homeland, it's that simple," Sheinbaum stated. She added that the best way to interact is not to "shrink" and that Mexico is a "great country" that is delivering results and making its people happy.

Sheinbaum reiterated her pursuit of the best possible relationship with the United States, even under the Trump administration. However, she stressed the importance of speaking up when actions are considered incorrect, without backing down. "Why should we lower our heads, why should we kneel, why should we be afraid? No, we are a great country and we are delivering results and the people are happy," she said.

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Why should we lower our heads, why should we kneel, why should we be afraid? No, we are a great country and we are delivering results and the people are happy.