Are other countries gonna let us in period, is my question? We have plans for Christmas in Mexico again and I’m worried they either won’t let us in or cartels will be kidnapping Americans in retaliation. (This last fear is new and likely unsubstantiated, but it crossed my mind recently).

That too, I wouldn't let us in. And I don't think your fear about cartel kidnapping is unreasonable.

It’s beyond reasonable this thought could be considered likely! What a fucked up TL we’re in.🥹