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The response from former US President Donald Trump was swift and scathing. He criticized Petro for jeopardizing national security by refusing to accept deportation flights carrying what he termed "illegal criminals." Trump asserted that the decision further damaged Petro's already waning popularity in Colombia. In a dramatic escalation, he announced immediate retaliatory measures, including emergency tariffs on Colombian goods—starting at 25% and set to rise to 50% in a week's time.
These actions highlight the high stakes involved in the relationship between the two nations, where decisions on immigration can have far-reaching economic consequences.
Colombia's Quick Turnaround