In a significant move, Mexico has deployed the first of 10,000 National Guard troops to its border with the United States following threats of tariffs from former President Donald Trump. This deployment comes after a call between Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum and Trump, which led to a temporary halt on the contentious tariffs. As Mexican border cities grapple with economic uncertainty, there are questions surrounding the effectiveness of troop deployments and potential impacts on trade relations. While Trump applauded the agreement and proclaimed victory, analysts ponder whether the outcome reflects a strategic shift or merely a pause in ongoing trade tensions with Canada and Mexico.