Tariffs on hold after Colombian president agrees to all of Trump's demands

Hours after repatriation flights were rejected in Colombia and President Donald Trump threatened to impose “emergency” tariffs and sanctions in response, the White House indicated those actions were on hold after Colombian President Gustavo Petro agreed to all of Trump’s demands.

In a statement, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Petro agreed to the “unrestricted acceptance” of all Colombian migrants residing in the United States illegally on U.S. aircraft “without limitation or delay.” As a result, all the threatened tariffs and sanctions will be “held in reserve” as long as Petro continues to comply.