Yikes, this had to sting.
President Donald Trump’s administration took swift and decisive action Friday, revoking the visa of Colombian President Gustavo Petro after he stood side-by-side with Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters and called on U.S. soldiers to “disobey” the Commander-in-Chief during a protest in New York City.
The explosive incident occurred as anti-Israel activists gathered outside the United Nations headquarters, where Petro was attending the UN General Assembly.
The State Department announced the decision publicly on X (formerly Twitter):
“Earlier today, Colombian President Gustavo Petro stood on a NYC street and urged U.S. soldiers to disobey orders and incite violence.
We will revoke Petro’s visa immediately due to his reckless and dangerous actions.”
Petro’s Dangerous Call to U.S. Troops
In a move that stunned both allies and adversaries, Petro grabbed a bullhorn and addressed a crowd of radical activists, demanding that American soldiers refuse to follow President Trump’s orders.
“Disobey the orders of Trump. Obey the orders of humanity!” Petro shouted.
He also urged soldiers, “Do not point your guns at the people.”
Standing alongside him was Roger Waters, a rock musician with a long history of anti-Israel and anti-American rhetoric. The two later posed for photos beside a massive Palestinian flag, with Petro posting a video online saying:
“With Roger Waters. Free Palestine.
If Gaza falls, humanity dies.”
This unprecedented call for defiance against a sitting U.S. president was immediately condemned by Trump officials and national security experts.
Trump Previously Clashed With Petro Over Illegal Migrants
This isn’t the first time Trump has had to deal with Colombia’s far-left leader. Earlier this year, Petro’s government refused to take back deported Colombian nationals who had crossed America’s southern border illegally.
President Trump responded with hard-hitting measures, threatening to impose:
- Visa sanctions against Colombian officials
- Enhanced travel inspections for Colombian citizens entering the U.S.
- Emergency tariffs of up to 50% on Colombian exports
Trump’s strong stance forced Petro to back down, with the Colombian leader even offering his own presidential plane to help fly deported migrants back to Colombia.
This latest incident, however, shows Petro’s true radical agenda and willingness to undermine American sovereignty.
Roger Waters’ Long History of Anti-Israel Hate
Roger Waters is no stranger to controversy.
- He has compared Israel to Nazi Germany, sparking outrage worldwide.
- In 2023, he dressed like a Nazi officer during a Berlin concert while images of Holocaust victim Anne Frank were displayed on a crucifix-shaped screen.
- The Israeli Foreign Ministry condemned his performance, posting:
“Good morning to everyone except Roger Waters, who desecrated the memory of Anne Frank and the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust.”
Waters has long supported the boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) movement, which seeks to isolate and weaken Israel economically.
By aligning himself with Waters, Petro has openly sided with extremists against one of America’s closest allies.
Why This Matters to America
President Trump’s swift visa revocation sends a powerful message:
foreign leaders who interfere in U.S. politics or encourage rebellion within the American military will face immediate consequences.
For a foreign president to stand on U.S. soil and tell American troops to defy orders is nothing short of a national security threat.
Trump’s decisive action reinforces his “America First” agenda and demonstrates why strong leadership is essential in a dangerous and unpredictable world.
Final Thoughts
This incident exposes the growing radical leftist movement abroad that seeks to undermine the U.S. and its allies.
By revoking Petro’s visa, President Trump made it clear that America will not tolerate foreign interference or subversion. At a time of global unrest, protecting America’s sovereignty and military integrity has never been more critical.