Gustavo Petro Demands Resignations From Entire Cabinet Amid Government Crisis

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has requested the resignation of all his ministers and administrative department directors, a move announced via social media on February 9. This decision follows a contentious six-hour televised cabinet meeting where Petro criticized his administration's performance and emphasized the need for change to fulfill campaign promises. High-profile resignations, including those of Interior Minister Juan Fernando Cristo and Environment Minister Susana Muhamad, were prompted by tensions over recent appointments, particularly that of Armando Benedetti as Chief of Staff, which has been controversial due to his past scandals. Critics within Petro's coalition have expressed concerns that Benedetti's return undermines the administration's credibility and reformist agenda. The fallout from the meeting and subsequent resignations reflects growing discontent among government officials regarding leadership and direction. Petro's leadership style and decision-making have been increasingly scrutinized amid these internal conflicts.