Petro Launches Criticism at the U.S. and Compares Its Legal Decisions to Fascism

In an unexpected and controversial turn, Colombian President Gustavo Petro has launched harsh criticism against the United States, specifically the Supreme Court, which he praised for "defending humanity," but at the same time, compared its legal decisions to those of totalitarian regimes like Hitler and Mussolini. During a public address, Petro, visibly upset, also mentioned his difficulties traveling to the United States, implying that the revocation of his visa was part of a personal and political attack.

President Petro, known for his leftist stance and staunch criticism of U.S. government policies, used incendiary rhetoric to express his discontent with current diplomatic relations. His comment that the U.S. Supreme Court "defended the principles of the Republic" quickly turned into a direct accusation, drawing a parallel with the fascist dictatorships of 20th-century Europe.

Additionally, Petro took the opportunity to make a veiled critique of Donald Trump's administration, sarcastically remarking that he didn't need a visa to enter the country, but had been restricted for political reasons. "I've seen Donald Duck several times, now I'm going to see other things," he said, suggesting that he was indifferent to the situation. This comment, laden with irony, reinforces the image of a leader willing to challenge U.S. interests and unafraid to take a confrontational stance on the international stage.

Such statements could fuel tensions between Colombia and the United States, especially at a time when the bilateral relationship is crucial for addressing issues like the fight against drug trafficking and economic cooperation. While some may see Petro as a defender of human rights and national sovereignty, his use of historical comparisons to figures like Hitler and Mussolini could be perceived as a dangerous escalation in international diplomacy. The concern that the words of a president could have consequences beyond his own borders is on the table, especially when confronting ideologies as diametrically opposed as those represented by Petro's policies and figures like Trump's.