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Colombian President Demands Cabinet Resignations Amid Tensions

2/10/2025

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Colombian President Gustavo Petro is shaking up his administration, demanding the resignation of cabinet members after publicly reprimanding his team. This bold move comes on the heels of several ministerial resignations, including that of environment minister Susana Muhamad, as tensions rise over accusations of failing to meet the government's ambitious agenda.

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Colombian President Gustavo Petro is shaking up his administration, demanding the resignation of cabinet members after publicly reprimanding his team. This bold move comes on the heels of several ministerial resignations, including that of environment minister Susana Muhamad, as tensions rise over accusations of failing to meet the government's ambitious agenda.