Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum had a snarky response to a comment made by U. S. President-elect Donald Trump. Trump had proposed changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. During her daily press briefing in front of a world map, Sheinbaum jokingly suggested renaming North America to 'Mexican America, ' referencing a historical document from 1814. She added, "Doesn't that sound nice? " in a sarcastic tone and noted that the Gulf of Mexico has had its name since 1607.

This interaction raised questions about how Sheinbaum, Mexico's first female president and a leftist scientist, would handle Trump's assertive diplomatic style and his plans to impose high tariffs and deport migrants from Mexico. Her predecessor, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, had maintained a relationship with Trump, but it was uncertain if Sheinbaum's different political style would allow for a similar partnership.

Sheinbaum's joke quickly spread online, setting the tone for their future relationship. Experts noted that humor could be an effective strategy with Trump, showing strength, though serious engagement would be needed on major issues like immigration, drugs, and trade.

Previously, Sheinbaum had responded firmly to Trump's proposal to impose a 25% tariff on Mexican imports, warning of potential inflation and job losses. On migration, she initially resisted Trump's demands but later softened her stance, saying Mexico could accept deportees but with conditions.

Sheinbaum's Witty Reply to Trump's Gulf Name Change Suggestion

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