Luis Ernesto Vargas
Luis Ernesto Vargas is a prominent Colombian jurist and former magistrate of the Constitutional Court of Colombia. Known for his expertise in constitutional law, he has played a significant role in shaping legal precedents in the country. Recently, he was in the news as part of President Gustavo Petro's advisory team concerning the controversial decree to call for a popular consultation, which seeks to challenge the Senate's decision to reject this mechanism.
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Recent news mentions
Luis Ernesto Vargas emphasized the importance of supporting democracy in Guatemala.
Misión de observación para las elecciones del 2026 llega a Guatemala el 9 de noviembre
Guatemala· 2025-11-07
Luis Ernesto Vargas is the permanent representative of Colombia and affirmed the need for support for the Guatemalan people.
OEA enviará misión para observar relevos en TSE, MP y otras institucionesGuatemala· 2025-11-06Luis Ernesto Vargas expressed concerns about institutional tensions in Guatemala.
Países de la OEA reafirman apoyo al proyecto guatemalteco en favor del estado de derecho y de la democraciaGuatemala· 2025-11-05
Luis Ernesto Vargas is a former magistrate who was part of the group of legal advisors to the government.
Las razones del Consejo de Estado para frenar intento del Gobierno de excluirlo del control de la consulta popular
Colombia· 2025-06-19
Luis Ernesto Vargas was one of the legal architects of the proposed decree for a popular consultation.
Eduardo Montealegre, exfiscal general, será el ministro de Justicia tras la renuncia de Ángela María BuitragoColombia· 2025-06-05
Luis Ernesto Vargas is also part of the legal team advising President Petro on the consultation.
dos cortes tienen facultad para revisarlaColombia· 2025-06-05
