By: Jayson Fry, 2L Argentine President Javier Milei’s recent proposal to remove femicide as a distinct legal category from the country’s penal code has sparked widespread national and international outrage. This move represents a stark departure from Argentina’s ongoing efforts to address gender-based violence. The country has long struggled with pervasive gender violence, making this […]
By: Kevin Gonzalez, 3L During the first week of his second term as President of the United States, Donald Trump’s administration deported 110 Colombian immigrants using military planes as part of his immigration crackdown. Colombia refused to allow the planes to land, citing the use of military planes as the reason for their denial. In […]
By: Michael Castillo Since the turn of the century, the People’s Republic of China has systematically reshaped its engagement with Latin America, evolving from a peripheral actor into a central economic and strategic force. This transformation reflects Beijing’s deliberate, multifaceted strategy, which integrates trade, infrastructure investment, and diplomatic initiatives to secure long-term economic and geopolitical […]
By: Adrian Peraza For decades, violence has plagued Colombia. Since the 1960s, the country has faced numerous instances of kidnappings, executions, and drug trafficking operations orchestrated by criminal organizations. Upon entering office in 2022, President Gustavo Petro aimed to put an end to the violence through his proposed “Total Peace” plan. The policy was designed […]
