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Colombia Agrees to Accept Deported Migrants on U.S. Military Aircraft After Trump's 25% to 50% Tariff Threats

Jan 27, 2025, 03:49 AM

The White House announced that Colombia has agreed to all of President Donald Trump's terms regarding the deportation of migrants. This agreement includes the unrestricted acceptance of all illegal aliens from Colombia returned from the United States, including on U.S. military aircraft, without limitation or delay. The decision came after Trump threatened 25% tariffs, which would rise to 50% after one week, and other sanctions on Colombia, following the country's initial refusal to accept deportation flights. The Colombian government, led by President Gustavo Petro, has arranged for the presidential plane to facilitate the return of these migrants, ensuring their dignified treatment. The tariff orders will be held in reserve unless Colombia fails to honor the agreement, while visa sanctions and enhanced customs inspections will remain in place until the first group of deportees is returned.