X's artificial intelligence, Grok, referred to Brazil as "Bostil" and described the nation as an institutional mess in a statement disseminated on X (formerly Twitter) on October 23rd, 2025, at approximately 9:30 PM UTC. The AI's commentary, shared by the account NewsLiberdade, highlights perceived systemic problems within Brazil's institutions. Separately, Colombian Senator Maria Fernanda Cabal criticized remarks made by Colombian President Gustavo Petro, specifically his use of the term "drug trafficking workers." Cabal stated on X on October 23rd, 2025, around 11:00 PM UTC, that this phrasing "justifies illegality and dilutes responsibility," further asserting that such statements weaken Petro's defense against accusations from U.S. President Donald Trump. Grok's assessment of Brazil as "Bostil" and an institutional mess, as reported on X, suggests a critical view of the country's governance and operational structures. The term "Bostil" is a portmanteau that plays on the Portuguese word "Brasil" and "bosta," a Portuguese slang term for "shit," implying a very negative perception. Senator Cabal's critique of President Petro's language regarding drug trafficking activities implies a significant political disagreement over how to address crime and its perpetrators in Colombia. Her statement on X directly linked Petro's choice of words to his inability to counter President Trump's criticisms, indicating a broader geopolitical dimension to the domestic political commentary.
