Fact Check: The U.S. government offered Colombia $1 billion to support their new right-wing president on his fir...

Claim: The U.S. government offered Colombia $1 billion to support their new right-wing president on his first day of office.

Verdict: Correct (85% confidence)

Explanation: According to BBC, the U.S. pledged $1 billion to Colombia shortly after the new right-wing president was sworn in, confirming the financial component and timing of the claim. CBS News also reports that the U.S. pledged this amount in security assistance to support Colombia's new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, on his first day in office. Reuters corroborates this by stating that the Trump administration plans to provide $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia's new right-wing leader. ...