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Abelardo de la Espriella Leads First Round of Colombia's Presidential Election

1 Haziran 2026France 24

Abelardo de la Espriella, a far-right defence attorney and businessman, emerged as the frontrunner in Colombia's presidential election, closely followed by leftist senator Ivan Cepeda. Known for his strong support of Donald Trump and El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele, De la Espriella has vowed to take a hardline…
His rise in the election reflects a significant shift in the political landscape of the country.
Colombia has faced decades of violence from various armed groups, and the recent elections reflect a broader global trend of right-wing populism gaining traction. De la Espriella's campaign is indicative of a reaction against traditional political parties and a desire for drastic measures to address long-standing is…
De la Espriella's ascent in the polls signals a growing appetite among Colombian voters for a more authoritarian approach to governance, particularly in relation to security and crime. His alignment with Trump and Bukele suggests a potential pivot towards populist and nationalist policies that may resonate with cons…

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