Number: RL31876 Title: Mexico-U.S. Relations: Issues for the 108th Congress Authors: K. Larry Storrs, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: The U.S. and Mexico have a special relationship as neighbors and partners under NAFTA. The friendly relationship was strengthened by President Bushs meetings with President Fox but was strained by recent disagreements over Iraq and other issues. Major congressional issues discussed in the 108th Congress were trade, immigration, drug trafficking, and political and human rights. Pages: 26 Date: December 22, 2004