The White House has announced that the US will not impose tariffs on Colombia following Bogota's agreement to accept deported migrants without restrictions. This agreement came after President Gustavo Petro initially stated that Colombia would accept repatriated citizens on civilian planes in a non-criminal manner.
A White House statement confirmed that Colombia has agreed to accept migrants arriving on US military aircraft promptly and without limitations, ensuring the dignity of its citizens through ongoing dialogue.
The resolution was deemed a victory for Trump's firm stance, as both leaders had engaged in social media threats prior to reaching this agreement.
Colombia's foreign ministry declared the resolution of the impasse with the US shortly after Petro condemned Trump's actions as a "blockade."
Despite initial tensions, Colombia has committed to meeting President Trump's demands, with the White House warning that proposed tariffs are ready for implementation should the agreement be breached.
The two countries had clashed due to Trump's administration's plans for mass deportations, with authorities targeting illegal immigrants through expanded enforcement actions.
As a response, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized the move, citing concerns about civil rights erosion.