Mexican Senate President Gerardo Fernández Noroña Calls to Reclaim U.S. Southwest Using 1830 Map, Proposes Wall Amid California Unrest

Gerardo Fernández Noroña, President of the Mexican Senate, has publicly called for Mexico to reclaim territory currently part of the United States, referencing historical borders from an 1830 map. Speaking amid civil unrest in Los Angeles, Noroña highlighted that 39% of California's population is Hispanic, with 80% of that group being Mexican, and asserted that cities like Los Angeles have historically been Mexican territory. He proposed building a border wall funded by Mexico but based on the territorial lines of Mexico as they existed in 1830, rather than the current U.S.-Mexico border. Noroña's remarks have been interpreted as a revival of the concept of "Reconquista," suggesting a reclaiming of southwestern U.S.

states. He also emphasized the prevalence of Spanish language and Mexican heritage in these areas. The statements have drawn attention amid ongoing protests and discussions about immigration and border policy. Noroña further criticized U.S. government actions toward undocumented immigrants and indicated support for protests called by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. His comments have sparked debate over Mexico's stance on U.S. sovereignty and immigration enforcement.