U.S. Investigates Petro Over Trafficker Meetings
No White House involvement in the inquiry, as per The New York Times.
Petro called U.S. sanctions arbitrary and a paradox, retaining U.S. legal counsel.
Petro shared Oval Office photos with Trump's note and handshake image.
Two separate inquiries mean criminal charges are unclear, possibly affecting U.S.-Colombia relations.
Under Duque, coca cultivation reached 230,000 hectares.
Petro clashed with Trump over policies, but tensions eased after February meeting.
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