'They're Going To Have To Force Us' To Pay For A Wall, Says Mexico City Resident During Trump's Visit

KJZZ | By Jorge Valencia

Published September 1, 2016 at 10:51 AM MST

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The Angel of Independence in downtown Mexico City is often the center of protests or celebrations. Local and national media reported on several dozen people who protested throughout Wednesday against Donald Trump's visit to Mexico's presidential palace.

When Donald Trump confirmed his plans to go see President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico, the reaction from political leaders bordered on vitriolic.

Hillary Clinton’s campaign pointed to Trump’s general comments about Mexican-Americans. And Mexican opposition party leaders said there was no reason to welcome Trump. But did people on the streets feel the same way?