Thousands marched in Bogotá on Petro’s “Civic Day” to pressure Congress into passing his labor reform, but the Senate rejected the bill. Petro condemned lawmakers, warning of a referendum push as political tensions between his administration and Congress escalate.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has called for a national referendum on his unpopular reforms after lawmakers shelved the labor reform in the Senate. Critics claim the move undermines democracy and the autonomy of Congress, with concerns a referendum sets a dangerous precedent for governing by a populist decree.
Colombia’s Gustavo Petro made a direct challenge to the country’s democratic powers during a May Day speech in which he warned of a “possible revolution.”
The Colombian government of Gustavo Petro has entered crisis mode after three Ministers handed-in their resignations. The crisis erupted after a document leaked on planned changes to the nation’s health reform.