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Colombian President Petro Under DEA Investigation for Drug Ties

3/21/2026

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Gustavo Petro, the President of Colombia, faces U.S. prosecutors' investigation for possible ties to drug-trafficking groups.
The inquiries focus on alleged meetings with traffickers and claims that his campaign solicited funds.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) labeled Gustavo Petro a "priority target."
Petro denies the allegations, saying he never accepted drug money and condemning sanctions.
Colombia has a long history of drug-related political corruption, complicating the current situation.

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Gustavo Petro, the President of Colombia, faces U.S. prosecutors' investigation for possible ties to drug-trafficking groups.
The inquiries focus on alleged meetings with traffickers and claims that his campaign solicited funds.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) labeled Gustavo Petro a "priority target."
Petro denies the allegations, saying he never accepted drug money and condemning sanctions.
Colombia has a long history of drug-related political corruption, complicating the current situation.