In the midst of a tense trade and diplomatic standoff between the United States and Colombia, former President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to make a bold statement that quickly went viral. Sharing a photograph of himself wearing a fedora hat with the acronym “FAFO” prominently displayed, Trump appeared to issue a pointed warning to Colombian President Gustavo Petro over the escalating tariff dispute. The post was accompanied by a series of tough measures targeting Colombia, drawing both praise and criticism online.
The controversy began when Colombia refused to accept two U.S. military planes transporting deported migrants as part of Trump’s immigration crackdown. In response, Trump announced sweeping retaliatory measures, including imposing a 25% tariff on all Colombian imports to the United States. He warned that the tariff would double to 50% within a week if the issue remained unresolved.
In a lengthy post on Truth Social, Trump detailed his proposed penalties:
Emergency 25% tariffs on all goods imported from Colombia, rising to 50% within a week.
Travel bans and visa revocations for Colombian government officials and their allies.
Visa sanctions targeting members, supporters, and family members of Colombia’s ruling party.
Enhanced customs inspections for Colombian nationals and cargo on national security grounds.
Treasury, banking, and financial sanctions under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/113896394915126793
Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro responded swiftly, announcing a 25% tariff on U.S. goods and vowing to match Trump’s proposed 50% tariff if the situation escalated. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Petro declared, “I am informed that you impose a 50% tariff on the fruits of our human labour to enter the United States, and I do the same.”
The heated exchange continued, but tensions appeared to ease when Colombia ultimately agreed to accept the U.S. military flights carrying deported migrants.
Amid the dispute, Trump’s fedora-wearing “FAFO” post on Truth Social captured widespread attention. The acronym, widely understood as “F*** Around and Find Out,” is a popular phrase among younger generations, signifying that actions have consequences. The post was interpreted as a direct jab at Petro and a declaration of Trump’s hardline stance on the matter.
Adding fuel to the viral moment, SpaceX CEO and prominent Trump supporter Elon Musk commented on the post, calling it “awesome.” Musk’s endorsement sparked further debate online, with supporters of both leaders chiming in on the escalating situation.
