Latin America

Colombia Presidential Election: Trump-Backed Candidate Takes Narrow Lead in High-Stakes Vote

Felipe Cardona June 22, 2026

The Colombia presidential election has entered a new and uncertain chapter after preliminary results placed Abelardo de la Espriella ahead in one of the closest presidential contests in recent Colombian history. With nearly all ballots counted, the former criminal lawyer known as “The Tiger” emerged with a slim advantage over

Abelardo De la Espriella Leads Colombia Presidential Election as Petro Calls for Official Vote Count Review

Sarah Olivella June 21, 2026

Abelardo De la Espriella election victory appears within reach after preliminary vote counts from Colombia’s presidential runoff placed the conservative lawyer ahead of left-wing candidate Iván Cepeda. With nearly all voting tables reported, De la Espriella maintained a narrow but significant advantage in one of the most closely watched elections

Colombia’s Untapped Wonder: The Mavecure Mountains Offer a Rare Glimpse of the Amazon

Felipe Cardona June 12, 2026

The phrase “Colombia’s untapped wonder: The Mavecure Mountains” captures a destination that remains largely unknown outside specialist travel circles. However, it possesses some of the most dramatic landscapes in South America. Rising abruptly from the dense Amazon rainforest near Colombia’s eastern border with Venezuela, the Cerros de Mavecure appear almost

Colombia Presidential Election Heads to Runoff as Right-Wing Candidate Gains Momentum

SMGN Publishing June 1, 2026

The Colombia presidential election is heading toward a decisive runoff. This comes after conservative outsider Aberaldo de la Espriella narrowly finished ahead of progressive candidate Iván Cepeda in a tense and highly polarized first round of voting. Because neither candidate secured an outright majority, Colombians will return to the polls

Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Points to Fewer Major Storms

Felipe Cardona May 21, 2026

Meteorologists across the United States are forecasting a less active Atlantic hurricane season for 2026. Climate experts point to the growing influence of El Niño as the primary factor expected to suppress storm activity across the basin. While ocean temperatures remain unusually warm, atmospheric conditions linked to El Niño are

Trump and Petro Signal Fragile Détente at White House

Felipe Cardona February 4, 2026

From Open Hostility to a Surprising Encounter President Donald Trump hosted Colombian President Gustavo Petro at the White House in a meeting that few observers would have predicted only months earlier. The encounter marked a sharp tonal shift after years of public sparring in which Petro emerged as one of

Trump Warns Venezuela New Leader of Consequences

Felipe Cardona January 5, 2026

Political tensions between the United States and Venezuela escalated sharply after former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was transferred to the US to face criminal charges, while Washington delivered an explicit warning to the country’s incoming leadership. The development has intensified diplomatic pressure across Latin America, reshaped market expectations around energy

Trump Confirms U.S. Operation That Removed Nicolás Maduro From Power

SMGN Publishing January 3, 2026

President Donald Trump confirmed that a United States-led operation resulted in the removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power, describing the mission as highly complex and strategically coordinated. Speaking publicly ahead of a formal address from Florida, Trump stated that the operation led to injuries among U.S. personnel but

US Signals It Will Keep or Sell Venezuelan Oil Seized Under Sanctions

Felipe Cardona December 23, 2025

The United States has intensified its economic and strategic pressure on Venezuela. This follows confirmation that crude oil seized from tankers off the country’s coast will either be retained, sold, or redirected into national reserves. This move signals a new phase in Washington’s sanctions strategy. It blends energy policy, maritime

USS Gerald R. Ford Strike Group Arrives Near Latin America Amid Rising Tensions and Anti-Drug Operations

SMGN Publishing November 11, 2025

U.S. Expands Military Presence Near the Caribbean with USS Gerald R. Ford The U.S. Navy has deployed one of its most powerful strike forces, centered around the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the Caribbean and Latin American waters. This deployment highlights the presence of the USS Gerald R. Ford strike

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Alan Greenspan Legacy: Former Federal Reserve Chairman Dies at 100 After Shaping a Financial Era

Felipe Cardona June 22, 2026

The Alan Greenspan legacy remains one of the most debated chapters in modern economic history. Greenspan, who served as chairman of the Federal Reserve from 1987 to 2006 and became one of the most influential economic policymakers of the late twentieth century, died at the age of 100 at his

Justice Department Ties Public Safety Grants to Immigration Enforcement Cooperation

Sarah Olivella June 22, 2026

The Justice Department public safety grants program is entering a new phase as federal officials introduce funding criteria. These criteria encourage greater cooperation between local law enforcement agencies and federal immigration authorities. The policy shift affects nearly USD 1 billion in grant opportunities. These are available to cities, counties, and

AI Industry Spending Surges in Midterm Elections as Debate Over Regulation Intensifies

SMGN Publishing June 22, 2026

AI industry spending is becoming one of the most influential forces in American politics as technology companies, investors, and advocacy organizations pour millions of dollars into congressional, state, and local elections. This growing financial involvement reflects the increasing importance of artificial intelligence policy. Moreover, it shows the high stakes surrounding