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Abelardo de la Espriella is running against Gustavo Petro in Colombia, receiving support from Javier Milei and Donald Trump.

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How it started

9 reports, 9 independent, last reported Jun 30. The briefing below covers this first event.

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Abelardo de la Espriella is running against Gustavo Petro in Colombia, receiving support from Javier Milei and Donald Trump.

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Colombia Abelardo de la Espriella Gustavo Petro Donald Trump

How it developed

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Jun 30Amid the Colombian election cycle, Abelardo de la Espriella is the focus of political developments, including Trump's endorsement and allegations of foreign interference.Sub-event
Jun 30De la Espriella challenges Petro in Colombia, influenced by Milei's strategy and critiquing the traditional right.1 source
- theamericanconservative.com
Jun 21Colombian election process features candidates Cepeda and Abelardo de la Espriella, with Trump noted for adding volatility.1 source
- newsroompanama.com
Jun 21Abelardo de la Espriella is running for president in Colombia and received an endorsement from Donald Trump.1 source
- chicagotribune.com
Jun 20Abelardo de la Espriella is involved in defending paramilitary leaders in Colombia.Sub-event
Jun 20Petro's government is under review as he participates in the Colombian presidential runoff.1 source
- havanatimes.org
Jun 19Abelardo de la Espriella is running for office in Colombia, backed by Milei and Trump.1 source
- pjmedia.com

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The entities involved

Colombia
country in South America
- BEP's managing partner reported on the company's financial performance, noting the impact of drier conditions on a Colombian business.00:26
- EMC faction operates in Colombian territory and warns against military action by the new president.Wed 23:57
Abelardo de la Espriella
Colombian lawyer and businessman (born 1978)
- The Colombian government filed a surrender law bill, aiming to end the Total Peace policy, with Nicolás Barguil presiding over the Chamber report approval.Tue 21:50
- An attack took place in Cucuta, Colombia, blamed on a rebel group, while Abelardo de la Espriella prepares to be president.Tue 21:48
Gustavo Petro
34th President of Colombia since 2022
- Trump administration is pursuing concrete actions against Nicolás Maduro, including targeting vessels and directing operations to capture him, while also welcoming Gustavo Petro.Mon 12:22
- Fiscal policy in Colombia is currently operating under the presidential administration.Mon 08:31
Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
- Both South Carolina and Alabama are facing challenges to Republican redistricting initiatives, with federal court rulings impacting Donald Trump's efforts.05:57
- Trump held rallies in Kansas while accusing Fox News of sabotage, amid projections of Democrats seizing the House.05:50

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