U.S.-Colombia Border Crackdown: U.S. Customs seized about $2.96 million in cocaine at the Colombia Solidarity Bridge and World Trade Bridge in Laredo, Texas, using canine and non-intrusive inspections. Religious Freedom in Politics: Colombia’s Evangelical Confederation backed Pastor Eduardo Cañas after a court said prayer at President Abelardo de la Espriella’s inauguration breached religious neutrality, calling the case censorship. Earthquake Aftermath: Pope Leo XIV called President de la Espriella to express solidarity after the Aug. 10 7.4 quake near Chocó, citing support for families, the injured, and rescuers. Public Safety Law: A new “Ley Anticapuchos” proposal would create a crime for people who conceal their identities to commit vandalism during protests, aiming to draw a line between protest and destruction. Bogotá Metro Milestone: Bogota set March 15, 2028 as the launch date for Metro Line 1, now over 80% complete. Security Cooperation: A U.S.-Colombia military alliance is taking shape with a focus on Pacific drug routes and the Ecuador border. Humanitarian Reality in Buenaventura: Three weeks after the quake, aid reached rural communities in Bajo Calima, but residents still reported armed men nearby. Finance for Latinos: Félix raised $200m to expand beyond remittances into loans and savings for Latino immigrants in the U.S.