In a strategic move, Petro refrained from using the Congress installation as a farewell to his presidency. Instead, he seized the opportunity to craft a narrative that positions him as a victim of opposition fraud.
This narrative is designed to resonate with his supporters and to delegitimize any challenges to his authority, framing them as part of a broader conspiracy against him.
By doing so, Petro hopes to consolidate his power and maintain control over the political landscape in Colombia as he approaches the critical date of August 8.