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October 11, 2024

Accused of Campaign Violations, Colombian President Warns of Coup Plot
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Colombian election officials have requested an investigation into the
2022 campaign of leftist President Gustavo Petro over alleged violations
of financing limits. Officials are also accusing Petro of receiving
funds from "prohibited sources of financing." President Petro has denied
the accusations and warned of a plot to remove him from power through
the courts.


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