Colombia Extradites Notorious Warlord to U.S. as Security Strategy Shifts
Colombia extradites warlord Geovany Rojas to U.S. amid new security strategy and political shift.
POLICY WIRE — Bogota, Colombia — Colombia has sent a high-profile warlord to the United States after a prolonged legal battle over his extradition, marking a significant shift in the country’s approach to combating organized crime.
Geovany Andres Rojas, known as “the spider,” was arrested in Bogota in February 2025 and later ordered to be extradited to the U.S. to face drug trafficking and terrorism charges. He had led Comandos de la Frontera, a rebel group active in Putumayo, a region bordering Ecuador and Peru, where cocaine trafficking has long been a major issue.
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Rojas had previously been shielded from extradition by former President Gustavo Petro, who sought his involvement in peace negotiations with various rebel groups. However, under the leadership of conservative President Abelardo de la Espriella, the ban was lifted, signaling a more hardline stance against narco-terrorism. De la Espriella emphasized that peace should not come at the cost of protecting criminals, urging U.S. authorities to ensure justice for Rojas’ alleged crimes.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
