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U.S. Investigates Colombia's President Petro for Drug Ties

3/21/2026

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The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Gustavo Petro, Colombia's president, over alleged connections to drug traffickers, The New York Times reports.
Investigations are led by Manhattan and Brooklyn attorneys and involve Drug Enforcement Administration and Homeland Security agents.
The inquiry examines potential meetings between Petro and drug traffickers, as well as campaign donations.
U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized Petro and may seek greater cooperation to combat drug trafficking.

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The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Gustavo Petro, Colombia's president, over alleged connections to drug traffickers, The New York Times reports.
Investigations are led by Manhattan and Brooklyn attorneys and involve Drug Enforcement Administration and Homeland Security agents.
The inquiry examines potential meetings between Petro and drug traffickers, as well as campaign donations.
U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized Petro and may seek greater cooperation to combat drug trafficking.