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Another Right-Wing Victory in Latin America as Keiko Fujimori Clinches Peruvian Presidency Over Leftist Rival.

Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori’s narrow victory in Peru’s presidential election signals a continuing and significant rightward shift in Latin American politics.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Right-wing presidential candidate Keiko Fujimori has been elected as Peru’s first female president, narrowly defeating her leftist opponent.
📰 DETAIL: Fujimori secured 50.135 percent of the vote, defeating leftist rival Roberto Sánchez by 49,641 votes, who refused to concede last week. The final results make this election the third-closest presidential run-off in Peru’s 204-year history. The first and second closest run-offs were also contested by Fujimori, both of which she lost in 2016 and 2021. The final results were reported on Tuesday. Fujimori is the daughter of Alberto Fujimori, the former President of Peru who led the country through a period of economic turmoil and social unrest, including the Shining Path insurgency, a far-left Maoist rebellion that began in 1980. Supporters of her father, popularly known as Fujimoristas, regard him as the leader who saved Peru from economic ruin and social collapse, while opponents characterize him as authoritarian. Keiko Fujimori’s campaign presented the election as a choice between “order or chaos,” echoing the rhetoric used by her father during the war against the Shining Path. Her campaign drew heavy support from Peruvians living abroad, many of whom fled the country during leftist administrations prior to the election of her father.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “We are getting closer and closer to starting a path of order and hope for all Peruvians,” posted Keiko Fujimori on X (formerly Twitter).
🎯 IMPACT: Fujimori is expected to assume the office of President on July 28, 2026. Her victory in Peru represents another victory for the right-wing in Latin America, potentially aligning with United States President Donald J. Trump. As the country has seen nine presidents in ten years, spectators will be looking to Fujimori to provide much-needed stability.
👀 FLASHBACK: Earlier this month, it was reported that Abelardo De La Espriella, a Colombian presidential candidate backed by President Donald J. Trump, had won the country’s presidential election, defeating a leftist rival. In addition to Espriella in Colombia, right-wing candidates have been elected in Argentina, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Chile, Ecuador, and Paraguay, meaning that, as of June 2026, a majority of South American countries have a right-leaning president. As noted by commentators, this coincides with the Trump administration’s decision to end funding to far-left non-governmental organizations (NGOs) through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).

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Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori's narrow victory in Peru's presidential election signals a continuing and significant rightward shift in Latin American politics.

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14 hours ago
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World

Paris Deputy Mayor Blames Americans Having AC for Europe’s Deadly Heatwave.

The socialist Deputy Mayor of Paris has publicly attacked the United States, blaming the country for causing the deadly heatwave that hit Europe last week, resulting in over 1,000 excess deaths.

PULSE POINTS
❓ WHAT HAPPENED: The far-left Deputy Mayor of Paris has blamed the United States for the heatwave affecting France and Europe more broadly.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “As the second-largest emitter of greenhouse gas emissions in the world, you bear a significant amount of responsibility for global warming and the consequences we, in France, are experiencing.” – Audrey Pulvar, Paris Deputy Mayor.
📰 DETAIL: Paris Deputy Mayor Audrey Pulvar has publicly blamed the United States for contributing to the deadly heatwave affecting France and wider Europe. Pulvar claimed that the United States bears a “significant amount of responsibility” due to its CO2 emissions. Notably, the U.S. is responsible for approximately 13 percent of world’s CO2 emissions. By contrast, Communist-run China is responsible for 32 percent, and Europe’s carbon emissions increased by 0.5 percent last year, almost as much as China’s 0.7 percent increase over the same period. Pulvar’s comments come as the European continent faced record high temperatures last week, which, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), has resulted in over 1,000 excess deaths, as well as reduced hours at major landmarks and attractions in Paris, the capital of France, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, in order to protect tourists. In addition, local authorities across Europe have imposed restrictions on public gatherings and alcohol consumption. Europe has struggled to grapple with the heatwave due to the lack of air conditioning (AC). Only around 20 percent of European households have AC, according to the International Energy Agency. By contrast, around 90 percent of U.S. households have AC. In response to Americans pointing this out online, Pulvar posted on Instagram: “Dear American journalists and social media ‘influencers’: for days, some of you have been criticizing and making fun of Paris because the city does not have A/C in every room…OMG, this is so rich!”
🎯 IMPACT: Air conditioning has become the subject of intense political debate in Europe. Leftists, such as Jean Luc-Melenchon, leader of the far-left La France Insoumise (France Unbowed) party, argue that using AC would make the heatwave worse. By contrast, Marine Le Pen’s Rassemblement National (National Rally) party has called for a nationwide rollout of AC.
📺 FLASHBACK: Europe’s lack of AC is not the only thing that has been brought to the fore by the heatwave. Earlier this month, it was reported that the British government has paid Europe 15 times the normal rate for emergency electricity imports as energy demand surged past domestic supply due to the heatwave. All the while, the Labour government continues to block new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea. President Donald J. Trump has continuously warned the British government, especially outgoing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, of the risks posed by the country’s current energy policies. 

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The socialist Deputy Mayor of Paris has publicly attacked the United States, blaming the country for causing the deadly heatwave that hit Europe last week, resulting in over 1,000 excess deaths.

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June 29, 2026
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Poll Reveals Just 8% of Democrats View America as the ‘Greatest’ Country.

A new poll highlights the stark differences in patriotism between Democrats and Republicans, with the former having a far more negative view of their country ahead of its 250th anniversary celebration.

PULSE POINTS
❓ WHAT HAPPENED: A new poll has revealed that only eight percent of Democrats consider the United States of America the “greatest” country on Earth, compared to over half of Republicans.
📺 DETAIL: According to a poll carried out by YouGov, only eight percent of Democrats regard the United States as “the greatest” country on Earth. By contrast, 52 percent of Republicans regard it as the greatest country in the world. Twenty-five percent of Americans overall regard the United States as “the greatest” country in the world. Twenty percent of respondents said it is “among the greatest” and 12 percent said it was “better than average.” Meanwhile, compared to other countries, 23 percent of Democrats regard the United States as “worse than average” and 15 percent regard their country as “among the worst.” Four percent of Democrats believe that the United States of America is “the worst” country in the world. By contrast, 54 percent of Trump voters specifically called the United States “the greatest” country on Earth. Zero percent of Trump voters rated it as “the worst.” Roughly 1 in 5 people who voted for Kamala Harris in 2024 described the U.S. as “among the worst” countries in the world. In addition, 26 percent of liberals called the U.S. “worse than average,” while 53 percent of conservatives described their country as “the greatest.” The poll asked 1,679 people and was conducted between June 19 and June 22, 2026.
🎯 IMPACT: The survey underscores a stark and growing divide in how Americans perceive their country. Specifically, Democrats and self-described liberals are distinctly unpatriotic, even as the United States nears its 250th Anniversary on July 4, 2026. Such sentiment shows how patriotism has become a partisan and ideological issue, rather than something that cuts across partisan and ideological lines.
📺 FLASHBACK: Earlier this month, it was reported that at least five people had been arrested for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. Among those arrested was David Hearn, a 67-year-old former Olympic canoeist and avid donor to the Democrats. The donations were processed by ActBlue, a platform that has previously faced investigations over alleged foreign donor fraud. Hearn was arrested and charged with a misdemeanor. The vandalization of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is seen by many as part of a growing trend of attacks on public memorials ahead of celebrations on July 4. Earlier this month, the National Mall in Washington, D.C. was the site of a similar act of vandalism.

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A new poll highlights the stark differences in patriotism between Democrats and Republicans, with the former having a far more negative view of their country ahead of its 250th anniversary celebration.

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June 29, 2026
Immigration
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Labour Scraps Ban on Illegal Immigrants Getting Citizenship.

The British government’s decision to reverse a ban on illegal immigrants claiming British citizenship raises concerns over the legal system’s role in indirectly encouraging and facilitating human trafficking.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Britain’s Labour Party government has quietly reversed a ban on asylum seekers applying for British citizenship.
📺 DETAIL: The reversal has been approved by Shabana Mahmood, the Pakistani-heritage Home Secretary, roughly equivalent to the U.S. Homeland Security Secretary. The ban was reversed following a lawfare campaign by two pro-immigration groups, representing five migrants. The groups claimed that the policy violated human rights laws and international treaties. Subsequently, the Home Office conceded and paid their legal costs. The reversal of the ban means that migrants who entered Britain illegally can apply for citizenship. Updated guidelines now include exceptions for individuals who argue their illegal entry was “outside their control.” The guidelines say that it is “normally appropriate to disregard overstaying, illegal entry, or arrival without a required entry clearance or electronic travel authorisation having made a dangerous journey, where it was outside the person’s control.” The new guidelines were produced by then-Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, who now serves as Foreign Secretary, roughly equivalent to the U.S. Secretary of State. The reversal of the ban was announced on Sunday.
🎯 IMPACT: The policy reversal highlights Labour’s soft stance on illegal immigration, despite Home Secretary Mahmood’s cultivated reputation as a hardliner on the issue. The story also underscores the role of human rights groups in preventing the deportation of illegal immigrants and watering down immigration reforms. The revelation that the government reversed the ban on illegal immigrants obtaining British citizenship comes days before the Labour government’s Immigration and Asylum Bill is set to be put before Parliament. Andy Burnham, Labour Member of Parliament for Makerfield and the presumptive incoming Prime Minister, is reportedly considering ditching key provisions of the legislation to make it weaker and appease Labour backbenchers as he seeks their nominations for leader, which begin in early July.
📺 FLASHBACK: Illegal immigrants are continuously blocked from deportation in Britain due to human rights laws and asylum claims. Earlier this month, it was reported that roughly half of all illegal immigrants in Britain cannot be deported due to asylum and human rights claims. Specifically, in August 2024, Immigration Enforcement in Britain identified 412,191 migrants with “no status in the UK.” Out of these individuals, 201,926 were deemed “not removable” due to pending legal challenges related to asylum and human rights.

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The British government's decision to reverse a ban on illegal immigrants claiming British citizenship raises concerns over the legal system's role in indirectly encouraging and facilitating human trafficking.

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June 29, 2026
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UK

Farage Blasts ‘Open Borders Andy’ Burnham’s 10-Year Plan for Britain.

Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, has criticized “Open Borders Andy” Burnham, the likely next Prime Minister, following a flagship speech on Monday.

PULSE POINTS
❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, criticized presumptive Prime Minister Andy Burnham for his plans to increase devolution, arguing it won’t solve key national issues. Burnham outlined his ten-year plan for Britain in a speech on Monday, ahead of his expected rise to replace the outgoing Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “What the country wants is immediate action. And I tell you what, they’re not going to get it from Mr. Burnham or, should I say, Open Borders Andy.” – Nigel Farage
📰 DETAIL: Farage questioned the effectiveness of devolution, that is, devolving more decision-making powers from the central government to regional bodies. Specifically, Farage questioned whether devolution to London, Wales, and Scotland had helped in addressing concerns such as safety, healthcare, and political corruption. “Has devolution in London, with Mayor Sadiq Khan, made London’s streets safer? No. Has devolution in Wales given a better [National Health Service] or education? No… Has devolution in Scotland cleaned up Scottish politics… no,” argued Farage on Monday, ciiting the recent imprisonment of former  Chief Executive of the Scottish National Party Peter Murrell for embezzling funds. Farage further criticized Burnham’s plan as lacking urgency and failing to address Britain’s current challenges, such as illegal immigration and the national debt. “He [Burnham] says it will take ten years to lift Britain back up to where it needs to be… Those of us that believe that Britain is broken would say we haven’t got ten years, the country will be totally unrecognizable in ten years,” said Farage.
🎯 IMPACT: This represents another line of attack in Reform’s critique of Burnham. Reform Shadow Home Secretary Zia Yusuf has already criticized Burnham’s immigration plans. Specifically, Yusuf warned that Burnham intends to relocate over 10,000 asylum seekers from African countries like Sudan and Eritrea, whose nationals are disproportionately convicted of severe crimes such as violent and sexual assault, to Britain. “Labour has no mandate for this. It was not in their manifesto. The British people voted repeatedly for less immigration, yet keep being subjected to more,” said Yusuf on Sunday.

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Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, has criticized "Open Borders Andy" Burnham, the likely next Prime Minister, following a flagship speech on Monday.

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June 26, 2026
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Newsom Calls for Federal Billionaire Tax, AI ‘Equity’ Fund.

California Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom has outlined a federal tax proposal targeting billionaires and AI-driven wealth, while rejecting a state-level wealth tax.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) has proposed a national minimum tax on billionaires and a public equity fund to ensure Americans benefit from AI-driven economic growth. At the same time, he confirmed his opposition to a California ballot measure that would impose a state-level billionaire wealth tax.
📺 DETAIL: In an essay published on Substack, Newsom argued the nation’s wealthiest should pay at least the same effective tax rate as their workers, blaming tax loopholes and preferential treatment for widening inequality. He said a federal approach is necessary because billionaires can relocate to avoid state taxes and criticized the California proposal for dedicating most of its revenue to Medicaid instead of broader priorities such as education, housing, and child care. Newsom also proposed ending tax-free borrowing against appreciated assets, reforming inheritance rules ahead of an estimated $124 trillion generational wealth transfer, restoring corporate tax rates reduced in 2017, and closing offshore tax loopholes. He further called for an AI public equity fund to help finance worker retraining, enhanced unemployment benefits, universal child care, tuition-free higher education, and other social programs. The proposals come as the term-limited governor is widely viewed as a potential Democratic presidential candidate in 2028, with AI and economic inequality emerging as major issues in the current election cycle.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “Today, the office worker can shoulder a higher tax rate than the heiress… But this system can be undone.” – Gavin Newsom
🎯 IMPACT: Newsom’s promotion of a federal wealth tax helps to mitigate his opposition to a state-level wealth tax, which is unpopular with left-wing Democrat activists whose support he may need to secure the 2028 presidential nomination.
📈 DATA: Newsom cited a $124 trillion generational wealth transfer over the next two decades as a key driver for reform, warning of the creation of a “permanent American aristocracy.” A recent YouGov/Economist poll found that 71 percent of Americans believe AI is advancing too quickly.

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California Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom has outlined a federal tax proposal targeting billionaires and AI-driven wealth, while rejecting a state-level wealth tax.

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June 26, 2026
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Vance Praises Nixon, Says Watergate Would Be ‘12-Hour News Story’ in Modern Era.

Vice President J.D. Vance has defended the legacy of the late President Richard Nixon, quipping that the Watergate scandal that brought him down would be a “12-hour news story” in 2026.

PULSE POINTS
❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Vice President J.D. Vance suggested that the Watergate scandal would be a “12-hour news story” in today’s media landscape, while praising the late President Richard Nixon.
📺 DETAIL: On Thursday, speaking at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library, Vice President Vance defended the legacy of Richard Nixon, the 37th President of the United States. The Vice President argued that the Watergate scandal would be a “12-hour news story” if reported today, and expressed amazement that the scandal could have culminated in Nixon’s resignation from office. “I think Nixon’s historical legacy is enjoying a bit of a renaissance, and deservedly so… I joked that if Watergate happened tomorrow, it would be like a 12-hour news story. The idea that it took down a presidency is crazy.” The Vice President attributed Nixon’s downfall to the influence of the Deep State and favorably compared President Donald J. Trump to the late Republican, praising both as challengers to the political establishment. “If you look at the story of how the Deep State took down Richard Nixon, it is not all that different from what the same groups of people and institutions tried to do to Trump in the first Trump administration. There is a parallel.” The Watergate scandal revolved around a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters in June 1972.
🎯 IMPACT: The Vice President’s remarks reflect a growing interest in Richard Nixon’s presidency and broader political career, decades after his resignation. It shows that an increasing number of Americans, including those in positions of authority and influence, now view the late Republic with a greater degree of nuance and even admiration, particularly for his foreign policy successes. Nixon won one of the most historic landslides in presidential history in 1972, defeating Democrat rival George McGovern after winning 60.7 percent of the popular vote and 49 of the 50 states. Nixon secured 520 electoral votes while McGovern secured only 17.
📺 FLASHBACK: In June 2025, it was revealed that President Trump was the only U.S. President since Richard Nixon in 1969 to record positive growth for blue-collar workers throughout the first five months since his election.

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Vice President J.D. Vance has defended the legacy of the late President Richard Nixon, quipping that the Watergate scandal that brought him down would be a "12-hour news story" in 2026.

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June 24, 2026
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Lincoln Project’s George Conway Places Fifth in Failed Democrat Primary Run.

George Conway, the vehemently anti-Trump Lincoln Project co-founder, fell far short of the top spot in a Democrat primary. Jack Schlossberg, grandson of the late President John F. Kennedy, placed third.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: George Conway, co-founder of the Trump-hating Lincoln Project, finished fifth in the Democrat primary for New York’s 12th congressional district in Manhattan, drawing only about six percent of the vote.
📰 DETAIL: With 94 percent of scanners reporting, New York Assemblyman Micah Lasher led the eight-candidate field with 39 percent, followed by Assemblyman Alex Bores at 35 percent, while Jack Schlossberg placed third with roughly 11 percent. Endorsed by retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-NY) and backed by major Democrat figures, including New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, Lasher benefited from nearly $10 million in super PAC support funded by former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg. Conway, who played a key role in E. Jean Carroll’s controversial lawsuit against President Donald J. Trump, campaigned on a strongly anti-Trump platform, launching his bid on the fifth anniversary of the January 6 Capitol protests and arguing that American democracy faces unprecedented threats. The race became one of the most expensive House primaries in U.S. history, with artificial intelligence interest groups spending roughly $20 million, including more than $8 million opposing Bores because of his support for AI regulation.
🎯 IMPACT: Conway’s heavy defeat suggests that ex-Republicans cannot break into the Democratic Party simply by focusing on anti-Trump rhetoric. The race also underscored the donor class’s influence in shaping electoral outcomes.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “The stakes for democracy have never been higher.” – George Conway, during his campaign launch.

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George Conway, the vehemently anti-Trump Lincoln Project co-founder, fell far short of the top spot in a Democrat primary. Jack Schlossberg, grandson of the late President John F. Kennedy, placed third.

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June 24, 2026
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UK

Only 13% of Brits Want to See Andy Burnham Installed as PM Without an Election.

Labour Member of Parliament (MP) Andy Burnham is on track to be installed as Labour leader and, by extension, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, without a general election or even an internal party election, despite widespread opposition to an uncontested coronation.

PULSE POINTS
❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Only a little over one in 10 people support a coronation of Andy Burnham as leader of Britain’s governing Labor Party and, by extension, Prime Minister, according to polling data.
📺 DETAIL: According to a poll by Ipsos, only 13 percent of British people support a “coronation” of Andy Burnham as leader, in the form of an uncontested bid for control of the governing party with no meaningful leadership election. The poll also found that 39 percent of Britons believe there should be a party leadership election in which multiple candidates compete for election and are subjected to scrutiny from the media and the public. The poll was carried out from Friday to Monday and surveyed 1,131 British voters. This coincides with a survey from YouGov, which found almost half of Britons believe there should be a general election after Sir Keir Starmer is replaced as Prime Minister. The vast majority of British voters think that the outgoing Prime Minister was right to resign. Nominations for the Labour leadership race open on July 9. Over the course of a week, Labour Members of Parliament (MPs) will nominate their choice for party leader and Prime Minister. If Burnham is unopposed, he could be Prime Minister as early as July 18, a day after Parliament breaks for a summer recess.
🎯 IMPACT: If installed without opposition, Burnham will become Britain’s fifth Prime Minister in four years, underscoring the growing volatility of the country’s political system. While Labour politicians are eager to coronate Burnham, owing to his popularity with the parliamentary party, the British electorate is far more skeptical. Polls taken since his convincing victory in a parliamentary by-election (special election) last week, allowing him to challenge Starmer, show that, nationally, Labour continues to trail Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party, and has actually lost a point of support while Reform has gained one.
📺 FLASHBACK: On Monday, Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation as the Prime Minister and leader of Britain’s Labour Party. The outgoing Prime Minister stated that he will remain in his post until a new leader is chosen. This follows heavy losses to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party in local elections last month, and the return of Andy Burnham to Parliament following the Makerfield by-election. Wes Streeting, the former Health Secretary, was rumored to be planning to launch a leadership bid, but he has since thrown his support behind Burnham. As the only plausible rival to Burnham, Streeting’s endorsement has been taken as a sign that the party intends to coronate Burnham as Prime Minister without a real leadership contest.

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Labour Member of Parliament (MP) Andy Burnham is on track to be installed as Labour leader and, by extension, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, without a general election or even an internal party election, despite widespread opposition to an uncontested coronation.

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June 22, 2026
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World

Trump-Endorsed Candidate Secures Colombian Presidency.

Colombia has elected the Trump-backed candidate, Abelardo De La Espriella, to serve as President, continuing Latin America’s recent rightward political shift.

PULSE POINTS
❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Abelardo De La Espriella, a Colombian presidential candidate backed by President Donald J. Trump, has won the country’s presidential election.
📺 DETAIL: De La Espriella secured 49.66 percent of the vote in the run-off election against Senator Ivan Cepeda, who secured 48.70 percent of the vote. Whereas Cepeda campaigned to continue the far-left policies of outgoing far-left President Gustavo Petro, the first left-wing president of Colombia in recent history, De La Espriella vowed to crack down on terrorists and criminal organizations while cutting taxes and expanding the country’s oil and gas sector. “I will govern for all Colombians, for those who voted for me and for those who chose the other candidate,” De La Espriella announced to supporters following the results. Similar to President Trump’s election back in 2016, De La Espriella has no prior political experience, having previously worked as a businessman and a lawyer. Over 26 million Colombians voted in the run-off election, which took place over the weekend.
🎯 IMPACT: De La Espriella’s victory reflects a broader trend across Latin America, where right-wing candidates have recently gained power in several nations. Right-wing candidates have won recently in Argentina, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Chile, Ecuador, and Paraguay, with conservative Keiko Fujimori, daughter of Alberto Fujimori, former President of Peru, also on track to win the presidency in Peru. This trend coincides with the decision of the Trump administration to slash funds given to far-left non-government organizations (NGOs) via the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Despite his victory in the run-off election, De La Espriella faces a fragmented Congress. At present, the Petro-founded, far-left Historic Pact party holds the largest number of seats in both Colombia’s Chamber of Representatives and the Senate, albeit without an outright majority in either. Colombia’s recent election comes during a time when the country faces significant challenges with public debt and has endured over 60 years of conflict involving leftist guerrilla organizations and drug-trafficking cartels.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “I will govern for all Colombians, for those who voted for me and for those who chose the other candidate.” – Abelardo De La Espriella, President-elect of Colombia
📺 FLASHBACK: In March, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) directed federal prosecutors to open criminal investigations into Gustavo Petro, Colombia’s outgoing far-left president, over alleged meetings with drug traffickers as well as allegations that he accepted campaign contributions from criminal organizations.

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