United States President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Mexico, accusing it of breaching a decades-old water treaty and threatening to impose tariffs and possibly sanctions if the country does not meet its obligations. The dispute centers on the 1944 Water Treaty, which requires Mexico to deliver 1.3 million acre-feet of water to Texas.

“Mexico OWES Texas 1.3 million acre-feet of water under the 1944 Water Treaty, but Mexico is unfortunately violating their Treaty obligation,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “This is very unfair, and it is hurting South Texas Farmers very badly.”

The President underscored his administration’s commitment to protecting American farmers, particularly in Texas, who he says are suffering from the water shortfall. Trump praised Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins for her role in advocating for the farmers and insisted that the United States would not hesitate to take further action.

“My Agriculture Secretary, Brooke Rollins, is standing up for Texas Farmers, and we will keep escalating consequences, including TARIFFS and, maybe even SANCTIONS, until Mexico honors the Treaty, and GIVES TEXAS THE WATER THEY ARE OWED,” Trump stated.

The comments reflect the administration’s firm stance on enforcing international agreements and safeguarding domestic agricultural interests. If implemented, tariffs or sanctions could have significant economic and diplomatic implications for U.S.-Mexico relations.

This development adds to the broader narrative of President Trump’s approach to foreign policy—prioritizing enforcement, fairness, and the protection of American workers and resources. The White House has not yet detailed the timeline or specific measures for the threatened actions, but the message to Mexico is clear: uphold the treaty or face escalating consequences.