Angie Rodriguez releases Petro chats, alleges poisoning attempt
The gist
Former Dapre director Angie Rodríguez confirmed a December 2025 Petro chat as "1.000 por ciento real" and says she was poisoned.
Her lawyer says a hair test was positive, raising pressure on Colombia's former president over the contract scandal.
How it unfolded
- Nov 3, 2025In a chat dated this day, Petro allegedly shared an X post by Elizabeth Ortiz and said she should have a contract at the Presidency to improve its communications image; Rodríguez replied "Perfecto señor Presidente".
- Dec 12, 2025In a chat first reported by Caracol TV, Petro allegedly sent Rodríguez a PDF named Deicy Jiménez with the message that the person needed to be kept on the Interior Ministry contract.
- Jan 2026The Deicy Jiménez contract at the Interior Ministry was renewed with the same object.
Key terms
- Dapre
- The administrative department that provides staff and support services to the President of Colombia.
- Fiscalía
- Colombia's public institution headed by the attorney general that conducts criminal prosecution and investigations.
Source: Wikipedia