Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar, Chairwoman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere, announced on May 14 the launch of the U.S.-Mexico Caucus alongside bipartisan colleagues.
The caucus is intended to provide a forum in the U.S. House of Representatives for strengthening cooperation between the United States and Mexico. The group aims to address issues such as trade, security, migration, energy, and regional stability.
“America’s security and economic future are deeply connected to our relationship with Mexico,” said Chairwoman Salazar. “From immigration to trade to energy security and the fight against the cartels, these challenges demand serious cooperation and strong leadership. I’m proud to join the bipartisan U.S.-Mexico Caucus to deepen this alliance, strengthen America’s position in the region, and help build a safer, stronger, and more prosperous hemisphere.”
Co-Chairs Joaquin Castro (D-TX) and Rudy Yakym (R-IN) said that launching this caucus comes at an important time for North American relations. “I am thrilled to announce the official launch of the U.S.-Mexico Caucus to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Mexico. Our shared border, history and interests—particularly in trade, migration, and security—make the creation of this caucus relevant now more than ever. I am looking forward to working with Congressman Yakym and my colleagues to continue building a bipartisan and collaborative U.S.-Mexico relationship and strengthening our bilateral policy approach,” said Rep. Castro.
Rep. Yakym added: “I’m proud to co-chair the U.S.-Mexico Congressional Caucus and help foster strong relations between our two countries. The U.S.-Mexico relationship is important for our shared economic security and national security. Hoosier manufacturers and farmers rely on Mexico for inputs and exports, while our communities count on a strong security relationship to keep fentanyl and other deadly drugs off the streets. I look forward to this caucus serving as a forum to deepen that relationship.”
Other members expressed similar views about fostering collaboration across key areas such as agriculture, counter-narcotics efforts, water issues along border regions, military coordination, finance innovation sectors reliant on cross-border ties with Mexico.
Inaugural members include Representatives María Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27), Joaquin Castro (D-TX-20), Rudy Yakym (R-IN-02), Pete Aguilar (D-CA-33), Adriano Espaillat (D-NY-13), Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06), Michael McCaul (R-TX-10), Veronica Escobar (D-TX-16), Don Bacon (R-NE-02), Henry Cuellar (D-TX-2).
Chairwoman Salazar remains committed through her subcommittee role toward advancing national security goals while expanding economic opportunities throughout Latin America.
