Washington, January 27, 2025: President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on all Colombian imports in response to Colombia’s refusal to accept U.S. military flights carrying deported migrants. This marks the first time the Trump administration has used economic sanctions to enforce its mass deportation policies. The president warned that the tariff would increase to 50% within a week if Colombia did not reverse its decision.
In the wake of the announcement, Colombian President Gustavo Petro agreed to accept the deported migrants, which led the U.S. to pause the imposed tariffs and financial sanctions. The resolution of the dispute highlights the complexities of international relations, especially in the context of immigration policies, and underscores the challenges faced when enforcing such policies across borders.
