Juan Carlos Buitrago
General (r) Juan Carlos Buitrago is a retired Colombian military officer known for his principled stance regarding his career in service. He gained recent attention after declining an offer from President Gustavo Petro to lead the Colombian National Police, citing significant disagreements with the current government. Buitrago emphasized his commitment to maintaining his dignity and principles, preferring to contribute to society from the academic and private sectors rather than engaging in politics.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 5 | 4.80 | 0.21% | +10% | 50,882,884 | 117,537 | $350,000 | 808$ |
| Totals | 5 | 50,882,884 | 117,537 | $350,000 | 808$ |
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Recent Mentions
Colombia:
Juan Carlos Buitrago is a colonel who attempted to capture Diego Marín.
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Colombia:
Juan Carlos Buitrago has made serious allegations regarding his removal from the police due to his fight against contraband.
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Colombia:
Juan Carlos Buitrago discussed the intelligence investigations related to the corruption scandal involving Diego Marín.
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Colombia:
Juan Carlos Buitrago is a former director of the Polfa who pursued the smuggling network.
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Colombia:
Juan Carlos Buitrago rejected President Gustavo Petro's offer to lead the Police.
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