Abelardo de la Espriella is running against Gustavo Petro in Colombia, receiving support from Javier Milei and Donald Trump.
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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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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Amid 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
De la Espriella challenges Petro in Colombia, influenced by Milei's strategy and critiquing the traditional right.1 source
Colombian election process features candidates Cepeda and Abelardo de la Espriella, with Trump noted for adding volatility.1 source
Abelardo de la Espriella is running for president in Colombia and received an endorsement from Donald Trump.1 source
- Abelardo de la Espriella is involved in defending paramilitary leaders in Colombia.Sub-event
Petro's government is under review as he participates in the Colombian presidential runoff.1 source
Abelardo de la Espriella is running for office in Colombia, backed by Milei and Trump.1 source
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Colombia
country in South America
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Abelardo de la Espriella
Colombian lawyer and businessman (born 1978)
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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.
- The Colombian government filed a surrender law bill, aiming to end the Total Peace policy, with Nicolás Barguil presiding over the Chamber report approval.
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)