“It is the responsibility of each nation to take back their citizens who are illegally present in the United States.
In a serious and expeditious manner,” Rubio said. “Colombian President Petro had given all the necessary permissions and approved flights, but once the aircraft were in the air,
He revoked his approval. We are steadfast in our resolve to stop illegal immigration and strengthen border security in the United States, as seen by the steps taken today.”
The U.S. Department of State added a post later that evening stating that Rubio “immediately ordered a suspension of visa issuance at the U.S.
Embassy Bogota consular section” and that he is now “authorizing travel sanctions on individuals and their families, who were responsible for the interference of U.S. repatriation flight operations.”
The increased costs are mostly passed on to customers as a result of tariffs, which are a levy on imports that American businesses must pay in order to import their products.
