Iván Cepeda’s Leftist Victory in Colombia Marks a Deepening Shift Away from National Sovereignty

In a significant development that should catch the attention of all defenders of national sovereignty, Colombian Senator Iván Cepeda secured a commanding victory in the Pacto Histórico coalition’s internal consultation, positioning himself as the left-wing candidate for the 2026 presidential election. This coalition currently backs President Gustavo Petro, Colombia's first-ever leftist president. But what does this mean for Colombia's future—and by extension, U.S. interests in the region? Is Colombia Embracing a Radical Progressive Agenda at the Expense of Stability? Cepeda won nearly 65% of the vote in an election marred by reports from Colombia’s Interior Minister Armando Benedetti of significant...