Petro's Decree Ignites Fury: Colombia Faces Political Crisis

Colombia's political landscape is roiling following President Gustavo Petro's announcement that he will use a decree to enact a popular consultation, bypassing the Senate's rejection. This unilateral move has drawn sharp criticism from multiple political parties, who view it as a grave assault on the separation of powers. 'This is a coup d'état,' declared one prominent politician in the video. The National Gremial Council also expressed deep concern, highlighting the potential for legal and economic instability. The video includes footage from the Senate's session and interviews with ex-prosecutor Eduardo Montealegre, who supports the president's actions, and Interior Minister Armando Benedetti, who defends the decree's legality. The situation underscores the deep divisions within Colombia's political system and raises serious questions about the future of democratic governance.