politics
April 19, 2026
Petro put the fox in charge of the henhouse
There are appointments that need no explanation: they explain themselves, and what they reveal is devastating. That of former mayor Daniel Quintero as superintendent of Health is one of them.
TL;DR
- Daniel Quintero, facing 55 corruption investigations, appointed Superintendent of Health.
- Critics argue Quintero lacks health sector experience and his past mayoral term was marred by corruption allegations.
- The appointment occurs as Quintero faces trial for alleged irregularities in a land deal.
- The Superintendent of Health holds significant power over interventions and liquidations of health entities.
- Critics view the appointment as a desperate and provocative move by President Petro, undermining the government's ethical claims.