Trump wins again for America.
President Trump’s tough border stance just scored another win for American agriculture. Under pressure from the White House, Mexico has now agreed to immediately release millions of cubic meters of water from the Rio Grande — a move that will provide critical relief to drought-stricken farmers in South Texas.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed the announcement Friday, saying her government will begin an “immediate delivery” of water to the United States.
“For Texas farmers who are requesting water, there will be an immediate delivery… based on available levels in the Rio Grande,” Sheinbaum said during a press event.
1944 Water Treaty Dispute Heats Up
The move comes amid rising tensions over the 1944 U.S.-Mexico Water Treaty, which requires Mexico to deliver 1.75 million acre-feet of water to the U.S. every five years. In return, the U.S. provides 1.5 million acre-feet per year to Mexico from the Colorado River.
Mexico failed to meet its latest deadline — a shortfall that severely impacted American farmers already battling historic drought conditions.
Trump Responds with Tariff Threats, Holds Mexico Accountable
On Thursday, President Donald Trump didn’t hold back. He slammed Mexico’s inaction and warned of fresh tariffs and possible sanctions if the water obligations weren’t fulfilled.
“Our South Texas farmers are suffering because of this,” President Trump stated. “I won’t allow Mexico to break our agreements. Just last month, I stopped water deliveries to Tijuana to ensure they follow the treaty.”
Trump’s decisive leadership once again proved effective.
Mexico Admits Failure, Blames Drought Conditions
Following Trump’s ultimatum, Sheinbaum admitted publicly that Mexico was unable to meet its treaty obligations, citing internal drought challenges. She said her administration has submitted a proposal in hopes of finding a mutually beneficial solution.
But U.S. officials aren’t buying it.
“Mexico’s continued shortfalls are decimating American agriculture,” said the U.S. State Department.
“Farmers in the Rio Grande Valley are paying the price for Mexico’s failure to deliver.”
U.S. Rejects Mexico’s Request for Water — A First in 80+ Years
In a historic move, the Trump administration rejected Mexico’s request to divert water from the Colorado River to Tijuana. This marked the first refusal since the treaty was signed in 1944 — a clear message that the U.S. will no longer tolerate broken promises.
American Farmers Get a Win — Thanks to Trump
As Mexico scrambles to respond, South Texas farmers are finally getting the relief they’ve been pleading for. This breakthrough is yet another example of President Trump putting America first and delivering results where others failed.
Border security, fair trade, and support for American agriculture remain top priorities — and Trump is proving it.
