Colombian presidential candidate de la Espriella thanks Trump for endorsing his campaign
Colombian presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella has expressed gratitude towards U.S. President Donald Trump for endorsing his campaign. De la Espriella, who advanced to a runoff election, received Trump's support as he aims to defeat progressive candidate Iván Cepeda. The endorsement highlights the shifting political landscape in Colombia and the strained relations between the U.S. and the current Colombian administration.
- ▪Abelardo de la Espriella secured the most votes in the first round of Colombia's elections.
- ▪Trump endorsed de la Espriella, predicting stronger bilateral ties if he wins the runoff.
- ▪Colombian President Gustavo Petro criticized Trump's involvement in the election.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onColombian presidential candidate de la Espriella thanks Trump for endorsing his campaignColombian lawyer and presidential candidate, Abelardo de la Espriella, has thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for endorsing his campaignByASTRID SUÁREZ Associated PressJune 3, 2026, 12:58 PM1:36Presidential candidate Abelardo de la Espriella of the Defenders of the Motherland movement addresses supporters after leading the first round of the presidential election and advancing to a runoff in Barranquilla, Colombia, Sunday, May 31, 2026.
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