Mexico is reducing the number of migrant reception centers as fewer people arrive from the U.S. Government official Claudia Sheinbaum said some centers are not receiving many migrants and will either be made smaller or used for other purposes. Since the recent changes in U.S. immigration policies under President Donald Trump, these centers have helped over 24,000 people, including nearly 20,000 Mexican citizens and more than 4,500 foreigners. Mexico continues to give financial aid to deported citizens and support migrants looking for legal solutions.
At the same time, the U.S. is increasing military action at the border by sending the USS Gravely, a guided missile destroyer, to help with security. This is the first time a naval ship has been used for this reason. The ship left Virginia on March 15, 2025, and will patrol U.S. and international waters with a Coast Guard team. General Joseph Dunford of U.S. Northern Command said the USS Gravely will help strengthen national security, supporting Trump’s strict immigration policies.
During his inauguration, Trump repeated his promise to protect the country from what he calls threats. Thousands of soldiers are already at the border, and Pentagon officials say they want “100% operational control.” The USS Gravely’s work will cover U.S., Mexican, and international waters, adding to America’s border defense efforts. While Mexico makes changes to its migrant centers, the U.S. is increasing its military actions, showing how both countries are adjusting their approaches to migration and security.