A momentary lapse in judgment has brought Colombian Congressman Cathy Juvinao under the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. During a parliamentary debate on the countrys healthcare system, Juvinao was caught on camera vaping inside the chamber. The incident, captured during routine proceedings, has gone viral, stirring a mix of outrage and humor across social media platforms.Incident caught on cameraDressed impeccably in formal attire, Juvinao was seen taking a discreet puff from her vape, seemingly unaware that the cameras were recording. As soon as she noticed the camera pointed her way, she scrambled to conceal the device. However, the act was already in motion, and the smoke lingering in her lungs made it impossible to fully mask the incident.🇨🇴 In Colombia, Congresswoman Cathy Juvinao was caught secretly vaping during a parliamentary session discussing healthcare reform. pic.twitter.com/NRmrFBQB9b— Update NEWS (@UpdateNews724) December 19, 2024Despite her efforts to maintain composure, the camera lingered on her, leaving her no choice but to exhale the smoke in an awkward, visible huff. The footage left no doubt among viewers that she had been vaping during the session, igniting a wave of reactions online.Public reactions and memesThe video quickly gained traction, sparking outrage among citizens and providing ample fodder for memes and jokes. While some criticized her for setting a poor example as a public figure, others turned the incident into a comical discussion on social media platforms.Juvinao issues apologyAmid mounting backlash, Juvinao took to X (formerly Twitter) to issue a public apology. “I apologize to the citizens for what happened yesterday in the plenary session. I will not join the bad example that is currently dominating public discourse, and it will not be repeated,” she wrote.The English translation of her Spanish post conveyed her commitment to continuing her work in parliament with rigor and integrity. Whether the apology will quell the controversy remains to be seen.
