South Texas Farmers Left Dry as Mexico Fails to Honor 1944 Treaty
President Donald J. Trump has issued a firm warning to Mexico after reports surfaced that the country is shorting Texas farmers millions of gallons of critical water—breaking a long-standing international agreement and threatening the future of American agriculture.
🚨 Trump Demands Action: ‘Mexico Must Pay What It Owes’
In a powerful statement on Truth Social, Trump called out Mexico’s failure to deliver 1.3 million acre-feet of water under the 1944 Water Treaty—a deal crucial to South Texas farmers. Trump didn’t mince words:
“This is very unfair, and it is hurting South Texas farmers badly. The only sugar mill in Texas closed last year because Mexico has been stealing water. Ted Cruz has been fighting, but Sleepy Joe has done NOTHING. That ends now!”
🇺🇸 Trump Puts America First: Tariffs, Sanctions on the Table
Trump made it clear that under his leadership, Mexico will face economic consequences unless it honors its commitment.
“I already halted water shipments to Tijuana,” he said. “We will impose tariffs—and possibly sanctions—until Texas gets the water it is owed. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins is leading the charge to protect our farmers.”
🌾 Texas Agriculture on the Brink: Citrus, Sugar Crops at Risk
Texas’s $500 million citrus industry, third only to Florida and California, is on the verge of collapse. Water shortages caused by Mexico’s failure to comply with the treaty have devastated crops, driving up food prices and threatening rural jobs.
🔥 Ted Cruz: ‘This Is a Man-Made Crisis’
Senator Ted Cruz, R-Texas, echoed Trump’s urgency, calling it a “man-made water crisis”. Cruz has been vocal in demanding that Mexico be held accountable and praised the Trump administration’s strong response.
“Texas farmers are in crisis because of Mexico’s noncompliance,” Cruz posted on X. “I will continue working with President Trump to force Mexico’s hand and protect American agriculture.”
🚫 Biden Admin Silent While Farmers Suffer
As farmers fight for their survival, President Biden has refused to take action—drawing criticism from agricultural leaders, state officials, and conservatives nationwide.
Meanwhile, the U.S. Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs has finally stepped up under pressure from Trump, denying Mexico’s request for a special water delivery to Tijuana.
“Mexico’s continued shortfalls are decimating American agriculture,” the agency stated.
💬 America First, Again
Once again, President Trump is stepping up where Biden won’t—putting American farmers and families first. With tariffs and sanctions on the table, Trump is holding the line to ensure Mexico keeps its word.
