US Pushes Back Against Colombia’s Dangerous Drift Under Petro’s Leadership

In a stark display of frustration, the United States has escalated its criticism of Colombian President Gustavo Petro, accusing him at a recent United Nations Security Council meeting of jeopardizing the fragile peace and security in Colombia—and by extension, the entire Western Hemisphere.Who Really Pays the Price When Governments Prioritize Politics Over Security?U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz did not mince words when he condemned Petro’s policies as “irresponsible failures” that have led to increased instability and violence. At a time when narco-terrorist groups continue to attack Colombian security forces and civilians with impunity, Washington is warning that overlooking these threats risks...