Trump & Latin America: Policy Shocks & Future Impacts
Trump’s Latin America Policy: Cartels, Migrants, and the Monroe Doctrine
Updated June 6, 2025
The Trump administration’s approach to Latin America has sparked considerable debate. A recent discussion featuring experts Renata Segura and Ivan Briscoe delved into the specifics of this policy, particularly concerning strategies related to combating cartels and managing migration.
Segura and Briscoe offered insights into how the administration’s policies have been received in the region and assessed the long-term implications for Washington’s influence.The conversation highlighted the complexities of U.S. foreign policy in Latin America and the challenges of balancing security concerns with regional partnerships.
The discussion also touched on the potential future direction of U.S. engagement with Latin American nations, considering both the immediate impacts of current policies and the broader historical context.
