Abelardo de la Espriella to Take Office as Colombia’s President in Cali

Far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella is sworn in as Colombia's president on Friday, August 7, in Cali rather than Bogotá — a break with two centuries of tradition after his 49.66%-48.70% win over Iván Cepeda.

Colombia’s far-right President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella assumes office on Friday, after elections with a razor-thin margin. He brings with him promises to wield “iron fist” policies against non-state armed groups (NSAGs) and organized criminal organizations in the country. He has also promised to dismantle ongoin