President Trump announced new tariffs on imports from Colombia and visa restrictions in response to Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s denial of entry for U.S. military flights deporting Colombian migrants. This led to a trade war, with Colombia imposing tariffs on U.S. goods. Petro accused the U.S. of mistreating migrants and refused deportation flights unless migrants were treated with dignity. In retaliation, Trump slapped tariffs on Colombian goods, imposed visa restrictions, and promised financial sanctions. Petro then offered a presidential plane for the dignified return of Colombian migrants and increased tariffs on U.S. goods.
These actions come as Trump pushes for mass deportations of immigrants in the country illegally, declaring a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border. Latin American countries, including Brazil and Mexico, have pushed back against these deportations. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the deportation policy and urged cooperation from Latin American nations.
The largest U.S. imports from Colombia include crude oil, coffee, and cut flowers, and Trump has discussed imposing tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China as part of his foreign policy strategy. The conflict highlights tensions between the U.S. and Latin American countries over deportations and border security.
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