This week, the US government faces a prolonged shutdown, while President Trump imposes new tariffs and ceases aid to Colombia.
A policy change aims to eliminate miscommunication between Congress and Pentagon officials.
President Trump called Colombia's leader, Gustavo Petro, an "illegal drug leader" and announced an end to aid and new tariffs on Colombian exports.
Trump referred to Petro as "an illegal drug leader" who is "low-rated and very unpopular."
Author's summary: Trump imposes tariffs and cuts aid to Colombia.