WASHINGTON — The Trump administration imposed sanctions Friday on Colombian President Gustavo Petro , his family and a member of his government over accusations of involvement in the global drug trade, sharply escalating tensions with the leftist leader of one of the closest U.S. allies in South America.

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The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on Colombian President Gustavo Petro, his family, and a government member over drug trade allegations

The Treasury Department announced the penalties Friday, escalating tensions with Colombia, a key U.S. ally in South America

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused Petro of allowing drug cartels to flourish

Petro has denied the allegations and plans to defend himself in U.S. courts

The move follows Trump's t

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