Rep. María Elvira Salazar, U.S. Representative for Florida’s 27th congressional district, used her Twitter account to address political developments in Colombia and to celebrate a local leader on May 27 and 28, 2026.
On May 27, Salazar highlighted the importance of upcoming elections in Colombia and broader regional issues. She stated, “Today in Miami, we also spoke about what is at stake in Colombia’s elections and the fight for freedom across our hemisphere. Miami will always stand with democracy and against socialism and tyranny in our region. – – – Hoy en Miami también hablamos de lo que está en juego en https://t.co/StbLXhEes1”. Later that day, she addressed Colombian voters directly with another message: “Mensaje a mis hermanos colombianos: este domingo, el futuro de Colombia está en sus manos. https://t.co/EEg1ZupBvU”.
On May 28, Salazar posted a congratulatory message to Secretary Rubio on his birthday, writing, “Happy Birthday, @SecRubio! Miami is proud to call you one of our own. You are the greatest Secretary of State this country has had in generations, and seeing a son of our city representing America with such strength and conviction has meant so much to our community. Wishing https://t.co/XgPfqw30do”.
Colombia’s elections have drawn international attention due to their potential impact on democratic governance and regional stability. The United States has historically maintained close ties with Colombia, often supporting efforts to strengthen democratic institutions and counteract authoritarian movements throughout Latin America.