Central America: can one become Colombian president as a U.S. citizen?

Abelardo De La Espriella, a U.S. citizen and right-wing candidate, receives support from President Trump in Colombia, opening a rare constitutional debate.

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Colombia finds itself at the heart of geopolitical tensions between the United States and Latin America.

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