Mexican troops have established temporary shelters near the U.S. border, including in Matamoros, as President Donald Trump’s administration threatens mass deportations, as reported by AFP.
Under the initiative “Mexico Embraces You,” the Mexican government plans to open nine shelters for its citizens and three for deported foreigners. President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that two shelters would be ready by Thursday evening and others by the weekend.
The shelters will feature kitchens, bathrooms, food, healthcare services, and counseling. In Matamoros, across the border from Brownsville, Texas, navy personnel erected a facility on a sports field, including olive-green tents for security forces and accommodations for deportees.
According to city officials, the Matamoros shelter will house 3,000 people and expects 200–250 arrivals daily. Mayor Alberto Granados said, “We are prepared to receive those affected by the deportation policies.”
Tijuana, another border city, recently declared an emergency to allocate funds for deportees, while Reynosa Mayor Carlos Peña warned of insufficient space, calling the situation potentially “critical.”
Trump’s administration reinstated the “Remain in Mexico” policy, forcing asylum seekers to stay in Mexico while their applications are processed, leaving thousands stranded.
Honduran migrant Carlos Alfredo Maduro said, “Many of us do not want to return to our countries, so we are starting the process to stay here in Mexico.” Venezuelan Engelber Vazquez added, “We’ll wait to see what solutions Trump’s administration offers.”
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