Gustavo Petro Blasts Hispanic Trump Supporters for Kicking the Ladder
- The Colombian president criticized certain Hispanic-Americans for supporting Trump during the elections.
- Gustavo Petro's comments referenced a perception that successful migrants hinder others' progress.
- Petro's statements highlight a significant divide regarding immigration views within the Hispanic community.
On November 8, 2024, Colombian President Gustavo Petro expressed criticism of Hispanic-Americans who supported Donald Trump in the recent elections. He accused some migrants of 'kicking the ladder' to prevent others from achieving similar success after they gain legal residency in the United States. This criticism came amid record-breaking Hispanic support for Trump, with reports indicating he received as high as 60 percent of the Hispanic vote in certain states. Petro’s comments came as part of a broader dialogue about migration and support for Trump, whom Petro previously congratulated on his electoral win. He linked the issue to ongoing discussions about immigration policies, ethnic discrimination, and the need for prosperity in Latin America to reduce migration pressures.