The Council of State in Colombia has suspended a decree that would have reduced the salaries of members of Congress. This decision was anticipated, as six legal challenges to the decree were already underway before July 20th. The decree faced immediate opposition from various sectors who argued it was unconstitutional. The suspension halts the implementation of the salary reductions pending a full review of the legality of the measure. La Silla Vacía initially reported the news, highlighting the swift action taken by the Council of State in response to the pending demands. This move signals a potential victory for the congressmen affected by the proposed cuts, but the final outcome remains uncertain as the Council of State's review progresses.