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Editorial: El País

  • The government crisis sparked by Gustavo Petro due to his decision to air a Council of Ministers on television has brought to light deep fractions within his cabinet.
  • His appointment of Armando Benedetti as new Chief of Staff, in spite of the ethical and legal questionings against him, has augmented the political storm.
  • Petro's strategy of airing the council's discussions revealed not only internal disagreements, but also the fragility of his team.
  • The image of Petro's government has suffered undeniable deterioration due to resignations, lack of cohesion in his team, and an impression of chaos.

Conclusion: The Colombian president faces a crucial dilemma: either regain cohesion in his team with strategic decisions or continue his spiral of crises, which can put the viability of his political project at risk.