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Foreign Sovereign Immunity Tort Exception

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While on official business in the United States, the motorcade of the President of Mexico causes an automobile accident, injuring Larry. Larry sues the Mexican government in a United States court, alleging negligence and seeking monetary damages. Will Larry be permitted to proceed with his lawsuit?
A

Yes, because an agent of the Mexican government committed a tort within the United States.

B

No, because Mexico is protected by foreign sovereign immunity.

C

Yes, because Mexico never possesses foreign sovereign immunity against claims in the United States.

D

No, because Larry does not have a valid legal claim against the Mexican government.

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