Outrage in Mexico at Trump praise for ‘legendary’ 19th-century US invasion

The US president’s celebration of the 1847 conquest draws fury from Mexican leaders over ‘imperialist tone’A message from Donald Trump celebrating the 19th-century US invasion of its southern neighbour – and the subsequent loss of more than half its territory – has touched a historical nerve in Mexico, with some seeing it as a veiled threat for future incursions.Reacting to the US president’s statement, which described the invasion as “a legendary victory”, Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico’s president, said during her morning news conference on Tuesday: “We must always defend our sovereignty.” Continue reading...