Trump’s endorsement quickly drew criticism from Colombian President Gustavo Petro, whose relationship with the U.S. leader has often been strained.
Petro, Colombia’s first left-wing president, responded on social media Tuesday night, criticizing Trump’s public support for de la Espriella. While details of Petro’s comments were not immediately available, the intervention is likely to intensify debate over foreign influence in the election campaign.
The runoff will be closely watched across the region as voters choose between two sharply contrasting political visions.
De la Espriella has campaigned on a platform centered
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