Critical Attack on Colombian Senator Exposes Deep Security Failures

On June 7th, Colombian Senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe Turbay was gravely wounded in a targeted attack that left him with multiple gunshot injuries to the head and leg. Now, more than two months later, his condition has worsened to critical due to a hemorrhage in the central nervous system, requiring emergency neurosurgery. This grim development spotlights not only the personal tragedy but also Colombia’s broader struggle with violent crime and lawlessness—a challenge that resonates deeply with America’s interest in hemispheric stability. How Can Criminal Networks Operate With Such Impunity? The attack on Uribe Turbay wasn’t a random act...