Mexicans file 30 complaints with UN over alleged rights violations by ICE against migrants: Sheinbaum

MEXICO CITY

Mexican nationals have filed 30 complaints with the United Nations over alleged human rights violations against migrants detained by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), President Claudia Sheinbaum said Tuesday.

During her daily press conference, Sheinbaum said the country’s consular network in the US has provided resources and assistance to Mexicans to secure legal defense.

Sheinbaum also condemned the discrimination and criminal treatment faced by Mexican immigrants living and working in the US.

“Beyond the fact that we reject discrimination and any treatment that violates—or allegedly violates—human rights, (Mexican immigrants) must be recognized for their work, for their contributions, for Mexico of course, but also for the United States,” she said.

Mexico’s Foreign Ministry also said that at least 10 Mexican nationals died between January and October while in ICE custody.

According to Sheinbaum, around 40 million people of Mexican origin live in the United States, with roughly 90% residing there legally.

“They sustain the US economy. They sustain agriculture, construction and the service sector,” she emphasized.

Sheinbaum added that the amount of remittances sent by Mexican nationals has remained stable under US President Donald Trump’s administration, noting that the total money wired by Mexican immigrants back home this year matches the level seen in 2022.

“We will always seek dialogue and coordination, and when we disagree, we will also say so—but always through responsible dialogue,” she said.