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Conservative Abelardo de la Espriella Sworn in as Colombia’s President

Abelardo de la Espriella, an ally of former US President Donald Trump, assumes Colombia’s presidency with a commitment to combat armed drug gangs.

Aug 8, 2026, 9:57 AM Deutsche Welle

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On Saturday, August 8th, 2026, conservative politician Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as the president of Colombia. De la Espriella, known for his political alliance with former US President Donald Trump, pledged to intensify efforts against armed drug gangs in the country.

This leadership change marks a significant moment in Colombia’s ongoing struggle with drug-related violence. De la Espriella’s promise to crack down on these armed groups signals a continuation of hardline policies aimed at restoring security.

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Deutsche Welle: Colombia: Trump ally De la Espriella takes office

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Editor: 🇩🇪 Manuela Kasper-Claridge · Editor-in-Chief

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