President De la Espriella has been in charge of security in Colombia for 90 days. His time in office has been marked by a series of major problems and public outrage.

One of the biggest stories causing anger involves a recent government video. Officials filmed a promotional campaign near body bags. Many people found this deeply disrespectful and have spoken out against the move.

Critics are also attacking the president’s overall style of governing. The Economist has described him as a 'Trumpian' leader who is taking a very aggressive approach to his work. This 'heavy hand' style of managing security—which relies on force rather than conversation—has been slammed by former leaders. Nobel laureate Juan Manuel Santos recently warned that this method will not bring lasting peace to the country.

Despite the president’s tough talk, the results are being questioned. Bombings and forced extraditions continue to occur. Reports from Colombia indicate that the streets are not significantly safer than they were three months ago.

Opponents and some news outlets argue that the administration has failed to make the country more secure. With public frustration building and security experts doubting the path forward, the president is under heavy pressure to change how he handles the nation's most serious problems.

Source: France 24