**Mexico Prepares for Possible Increase in Deportations**
As the prospect of Donald Trump returning to the U.S. presidency looms, the Mexican government is readying an emergency plan to handle a potential surge in deportations. Jesús Alejandro Ruiz Uribe, the state delegate for welfare programs, revealed that the strategy includes leveraging existing shelters in Tijuana.
Currently, the Federal Government’s shelter has a 70% occupancy rate, indicating a rise in the number of people on the move. However, the number of migrants that might arrive in Baja California remains uncertain.
Ruiz Uribe emphasized that while financial subsidies to shelters are not being considered, the government plans to enhance support through the provision of food and services. “There’s a detailed plan ready,” Ruiz Uribe confirmed, “and we will see how President Trump’s return influences events. The government of Mexico will not leave anyone abandoned.”
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**Potential Mass Deportations a Concern for Tijuana**
Local organizations and authorities in Tijuana are bracing for possible mass deportations following policy changes in the United States. Coparmex Tijuana, a local business organization, stressed the importance of preparing the city for a possible influx of deportees.
Meanwhile, concerns are rising regarding individuals known as “polleros,” who illegally guide migrants, reportedly targeting vulnerable migrants at key transit points like Tijuana’s airport and central bus station.
In other local news, the city is embracing festive activities amidst these challenges. The annual sale of Christmas flowers has begun, and the newly opened Christmas Village on Avenida Revolución has added a dash of holiday spirit to the city.
While students prepare for their December break, security measures are being enforced, with plans to patrol over 1,500 school facilities during the holiday season. Additionally, Tijuana looks forward to hosting a Binational Tourist Market event, projected to generate significant economic activity in the region.
Amid the festive season, the local government continues to address serious security issues, as evidenced by recent incidents like the attempted plane hijacking and the discovery of a body abandoned near the Otay border crossing. These underscore the city’s continuous struggle with crime and the challenges associated with migration and security.