The president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, decided to challenge Donald Trump in a tariff threat confrontation that turned counterproductive. Trump used Petro as an example for other presidents to learn from his mistake. This episode highlighted the lack of solid ideologies in Latin American politics, with political parties more interested in marketing than in solid principles.
Petro, wrapped in the flag of Latin America, had a brief confrontation with Trump that ended up weakening his position. Many political requests, like the current 33, seem destined for oblivion, just like the 89 failed attempts from 2019. The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation is on edge before the recommendation it will make to the Judicial Evaluation Committee this week.
The confrontation between Petro and Trump has led to a meeting of presidents from Latin America in CELAC. On the national level, figures like César Augusto Santiago and Fernando González seek to create tailored political parties in search of a political niche instead of real change.
The candidate evaluation process for judges, magistrates, and ministers seems complex, with 1,053 suitable candidates that need to be evaluated. Meanwhile, the importance of maintaining the academic preparation required to aspire to important judicial positions is highlighted.
Petro's situation against Trump has generated controversy. The lack of ideological stability in Latin American politics has been brought to light. The importance of keeping the economy stable and avoiding risky confrontations becomes paramount in these political contexts.
