Mexico’s New President AMLO and Donald Trump Have Promised Mutual ‘Respect.’ How Long Can That Last?

The election of Andrés Manuel López Obrador on Sunday marked a historic moment for the Mexican left—and a potential shift for U.S.-Mexico relations. Since U.S. President Donald Trump took office, tensions have risen between the countries. Now, relations could be strained even further.

Mexico voted for their new president with hope for real change. And when he takes office in December, AMLO—as the president-elect is known—will have to please those who voted for him.