Colombia recalls ambassador from U.S. amid Petro's escalating feud with Trump

US-Colombia Relations - Colombia recalled its ambassador from the US due to a feud between President Trump and President Petro, stemming from the US military strike that killed a Colombian fisherman [1] - The US administration prioritizes homeland security, focusing on combating drug trafficking and illegal migration, potentially leading to further actions against Colombia and Venezuela [4][5] - Trump cancelled foreign aid to Colombia and criticized its president, indicating a strained relationship between the two countries [3] US Foreign Policy & Military Actions - The US military conducted at least seven strikes on boats allegedly carrying narcotics, resulting in at least 32 deaths [1] - The legality of the US military actions in international waters is questioned by those outside the White House, but political blowback is expected to be minimal [6][7] - There are concerns about potential regime change operations in Venezuela, which could lead to increased risks for US soldiers and contradict the "MAGA America first" policy [7][8] Domestic Political Implications - The administration's actions in the Western Hemisphere contrast with Trump's desire to play peacemaker overseas [9] - The White House team shows more unity behind the president's actions so far, but alignment on the endgame remains uncertain [5]