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Colombian President-elect Suspends Transition, Accuses Predecessor of Coup Attempt

Abelardo de la Espirella, the Colombian president-elect, has halted the transition process, alleging that outgoing President Gustavo Petro is attempting a coup. De la Espirella, who is backed by former President Trump, made the announcement on July 7, 2026.

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Abelardo de la Espirella, the Colombian president-elect, has halted the transition process, alleging that outgoing President Gustavo Petro is attempting a coup. De la Espirella, who is backed by former President Trump, made the announcement on July 7, 2026.

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Trump-backed Colombian president-elect halts transition, accuses predecessor of attempting coup

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Colombian President-elect Suspends Transition, Accuses Predecessor of Coup Attempt