Colombian Senate President Condemns Petro's Decree Plan as 'Violation of the Law'

The Colombian Senate's president, Efraín Cepeda, gave an interview to Noticias Caracol, expressing his deep concern about President Gustavo Petro's intention to introduce a popular consultation through a decree. Cepeda stated that such a move would be a direct violation of the law, ignoring the Senate's previous rejection of the proposal. He emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, "Today there is no possibility of calling for a popular consultation, other than by violating the law, and if the Government dares to issue such a decree, we will immediately take legal action against it in the Council of State." The interview underscores the escalating political conflict in Colombia and the potential for a constitutional crisis. Cepeda's statement reflects the serious concerns of many within the Colombian political establishment about Petro's actions. The situation is expected to further intensify as legal challenges unfold.