US pledges $1 billion security aid to Colombia as Trump-endorsed president takes office
Summary
The United States plans to provide $1 billion in security aid to Colombia as the new President Abelardo de la Espriella, who is supported by President Donald Trump, took office. De la Espriella intends to fight drug-related violence and join a US-led regional anti-cartel alliance called Shield of the Americas.Key Facts
- The US State Department announced a $1 billion security aid package for Colombia.
- Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as Colombia’s president on August 7, 2026.
- De la Espriella is a right-wing leader who supports close ties with the US.
- He plans to fight against "narco-terrorists" and end peace talks with guerrillas.
- De la Espriella wants to host US troops in Colombia and target cocaine labs in the jungle.
- The inauguration took place in Cali, not the usual capital city of Bogota.
- Important guests included Argentina’s President Javier Milei and Todd Blanche, US acting attorney general.
- De la Espriella won by a very small margin and faces a divided Congress without a majority.
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