U.S. Investigates Petro Over Trafficker Meetings

U.S. prosecutors investigate Petro for meetings with traffickers and possible campaign money requests.
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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