‘With good news, we’ll see’: Trump-Petro White House clash looms over cartel and cocaine crackdown

After months of sanctions, threats, and fiery exchanges, Colombian President Gustavo Petro arrives in Washington for a high-stakes meeting with Donald Trump. The U.S president has accused Bogotá of failing to stop cocaine trafficking, revoked Petro’s visa, and even warned of military action against cartels. Now, with tensions slightly easing, both sides are set to confront the future of extradition, U.S security presence in Colombia, and trade incentives tied to a tougher drug crackdown. Trump has signaled flexibility with the words, 'With good news, we’ll see,' but Petro is pushing back against what he calls pressure on Colombia’s sovereignty. Will this White House showdown reset relations—or ignite a deeper crisis across Latin America?