In a bold move, President Donald Trump announced emergency tariffs targeting Colombia after the South American country refused to accept two US deportation flights. This is the first time the Trump administration has taken such direct action over immigration disagreements.

Trump revealed on his Truth Social platform that he’s imposing a 25% tariff on all Colombian goods entering the US. If Colombia doesn’t comply, the tariff will jump to 50% in just one week.

The decision comes after Colombian President Gustavo Petro publicly stated he wouldn’t allow US deportation flights to land, arguing that Colombian migrants shouldn’t be treated as criminals. Two US military flights carrying migrants were reportedly turned back hours after Petro’s announcement.

Trump criticized Colombia’s actions, calling them a threat to US national security and public safety. He emphasized that rejecting these flights violates international agreements on repatriating individuals with criminal records.

This escalating tension between the two countries marks a new flashpoint in Trump’s immigration policies. Stay tuned for updates as the situation unfolds.