Colombian Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar criticizes petro administration, Declares “the Colombian Left is Crumbling”
WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Representative María Elvira Salazar publicly criticized Colombian President Gustavo Petro and his administration on October 15, 2025, asserting that the Colombian left is in decline due to the perceived failures of Petro’s policies. Salazar, a vocal critic of leftist governments in Latin America, leveled accusations of increased insecurity, drug trafficking, diminished opportunities, and international embarrassment under Petro’s leadership.
The congresswoman’s statements, delivered via Twitter, follow ongoing scrutiny of Petro’s administration’s handling of security and economic challenges within Colombia.Salazar specifically highlighted what she characterized as a failed promise of “change,” alleging it has instead resulted in “chaos, corruption and international shame.” Her comments reflect a broader political debate within colombia regarding the effectiveness of Petro’s progressive agenda and its impact on the nation’s stability and global standing.
in a separate post, Salazar responded to news regarding Petro’s absence from a hemispheric security discussion, stating, “Oh no, what a shame! I imagine that Petro had a lot to contribute on issues such as the security of the hemisphere and the path towards democracy in the tyrannies of the continent.” She added, “Once again, you get on the wrong side of history.”
Salazar’s criticisms come as Petro’s approval ratings have faced challenges amid concerns over rising crime rates and economic stagnation. The congresswoman’s statements are likely to fuel further debate within Colombia and the United States regarding the future of U.S.-Colombia relations and the direction of Colombian politics.
