Colombian President Petro Faces Investigation Over 2022 Campaign Financing

The National Electoral Council probes alleged violations of campaign finance limits, sparking political tensions.

Colombia's National Electoral Council has initiated an investigation into President Gustavo Petro's 2022 presidential campaign for potential financial misconduct.
The investigation focuses on allegations that Petro's campaign exceeded financing limits by approximately $1.2 million and accepted funds from prohibited sources.
Petro has dismissed the investigation as a politically motivated attempt to remove him from office, labeling it a 'Colombian-style coup d'état.'
While the investigation could result in fines for campaign officials, it cannot directly lead to Petro's impeachment, which would require a trial in Congress.
The investigation has sparked legal debates regarding presidential immunity and the powers of electoral authorities in Colombia.