Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has dismissed a call by opposition leader Alejandro “Alito” Moreno for the United States to revoke visas held by members of the ruling 4T movement, according to a report from jornada.com.mx. Sheinbaum reportedly said the request was so far-fetched that it “even makes you laugh.”
The president’s remarks came in response to Moreno’s recent initiative, which sought US action against figures associated with the political bloc led by the ruling party. Jornada.com.mx reported that Sheinbaum’s reaction was one of derision rather than concern, framing the opposition leader’s move as lacking seriousness.
In a separate report, reforma.com noted that Sheinbaum questioned which politician would “stoop and kneel” before the United States, apparently turning the tables on Moreno’s proposal. The comment suggests the president views the visa request as an act of subservience rather than a legitimate political strategy.
El Universal added that Sheinbaum advised Moreno to instead seek support from Mexican citizens, implying that his energy would be better spent on domestic politics than on lobbying foreign governments. The combined coverage paints a picture of an opposition move that has failed to gain traction with the executive branch.
The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between the government and opposition factions, with Moreno’s push for US intervention marking an unusual escalation. While the request has drawn sharp rebukes from the presidency, it remains unclear whether US authorities have responded to or acknowledged the proposal.
Observers will be watching whether Moreno’s gambit gains any traction abroad or fizzles out as a rhetorical gesture. For now, the Mexican government appears confident in dismissing the challenge outright, with Sheinbaum’s mocking tone signaling little appetite for engagement on the matter.
