US Plans $1 Billion Security Aid for New Colombia Leader

On 8 August 2026, Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as president of Colombia, and the United States said it plans $1 billion in security assistance to his government. Der Spiegel described him as a confidant of Donald Trump, and Der Standard called him a Trump ally.

In his inauguration remarks, quoted by El Mundo, de la Espriella said the time of recovery of order, authority and freedom had begun. Euronews reported that the US intends to send the $1 billion in security assistance following his inauguration, and El Debate reported that the funds are meant to reinforce the new government's plans.