Petro Investigated by US for Drug Trafficking Links

0:00This is Cory with the story, keeping you informed on what's happening worldwide. You're listening to Global News today. Colombian President Gustavo Petro has been labeled a priority target by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. Federal prosecutors in New York are investigating his alleged links to drug traffickers, based on DEA records dating back to 2022. These probes stem from informant reports tying Petro to Mexico's Sinaloa Cartel. Petro has to use his total peace policy to aid major narcos who supported his campaign and even claims of police helping smuggle cocaine and fentanyl through Colombian ports. Petro quickly denied any connections or campaign funds from drug lords, calling the accusations right-wing attacks from Colombia. He pointed out that his own election authority found no such money and noted his past risks exposing narco-politician ties. In Brooklyn and Manhattan, have questioned jail traffickers about supposed bribes from Petro's representatives to block U.S. extraditions.

1:01Meanwhile, his son faces charges in Colombia for illegal campaign contributions from a convict, and his brother is linked to secret protection. Deals. Though Petro says none aided his run, the cases remain in early stages with no charges against Petro yet, against Colombia's deep history of drug money staining politics as the top global. cocaine source, eyes stay on whether these U.S. efforts lead anywhere new.