Former U.S. President Donald Trump publicly congratulated Abelardo de la Espriella following his victory in the Colombian presidential election. De la Espriella, a right-wing lawyer, narrowly defeated Senator Iván Cepeda Castro in a closely contested race. Trump expressed his satisfaction with the outcome via social media, stating it was a “great honor” to have supported De la Espriella. The election results mark a significant shift in Colombian politics, with a conservative figure now assuming the presidency. Details regarding the specifics of Trump’s support were not immediately available. The win concludes a tight and competitive election cycle in Colombia. This outcome is expected to influence Colombia’s domestic and foreign policies.