Benedetti Breaks Silence on Buitrago's Resignation: 'I Had No Involvement'

Ministro Benedetti Responds to Minister Buitrago's Resignation Bogotá, Colombia – The sudden resignation of Justice Minister Ángela María Buitrago sent shockwaves through Colombian politics. In a live interview with Noticias Caracol this morning, Interior Minister Armando Benedetti addressed the situation. Benedetti stated, "No tengo facultad ni poder para pedir renuncias. No he hablado con ella." This statement directly contradicts earlier reports suggesting Benedetti played a role in Buitrago's departure. The interview, conducted in the north of Bogotá, was tense. Benedetti's calm demeanor contrasted with the gravity of the situation. The minister's comments are likely to fuel further speculation about the reasons behind Buitrago's resignation. The situation remains fluid, with calls for greater transparency in the government. The unexpected resignation highlights the ongoing political instability in Colombia and raises questions about the future of government reforms.