US reliability as democratic partner in Latin America questioned by ex-Dialogue head

Michael Shifter, former president of the Inter-American Dialogue, argues the US under Trump lacks coherence and loyalty toward allies, undermining its role as a democratic guarantor in Latin America. This reflects a broader erosion of US credibility in the region, though it is an opinion piece rather than a factual event. The shift matters for regional diplomatic alignment and potential realignment toward other powers.