Abelardo de la Espriella

President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella orders an investigation into alleged benefits given to the Clan del Golfo.

Carlos Suárez discusses the new government cabinet and ideology.

Abelardo de la Espriella appoints José Manuel Restrepo to lead the anti-corruption transition team.

President Claudia Sheinbaum defends Mexico's security cooperation with the US, citing reduced fentanyl trafficking.

A charismatic right-wing movement has consolidated power across Latin America, with Abelardo de la Espriella's recent Colombian victory exemplifying a dozen-nation trend combining religious appeals, anti-feminism, and alignment with Trump's geopolitical agenda.

President Gustavo Petro will respect judicial decisions and ensure a smooth government transition.

Rodrigo Lara Restrepo will lead the Ministry of Interior under President Abelardo de la Espriella.

Armando Benedetti congratulates Rodrigo Lara on his appointment as Interior Minister.

Artistic interventions on Shakira Avenue have concluded, restoring mobility.

President Claudia Sheinbaum says right-wing groups have intervened in Latin American elections through social media and false information.

The UN will collaborate with Colombia's newly elected government under President Abelardo De La Espriella.

President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella met with high courts to establish collaborative relationships.

Colombia's ombudsman Iris Marín urges president-elect Abelardo De la Espriella to respect human rights in his government.

Cepeda received 463 unanimous voting tables totaling 54,743 votes, while Abelardo had eight tables with 107 votes.

Abelardo's health team meets with organizations to address the country's health system crisis.

New president Abelardo de la Espriella faces security challenges in Valle del Cauca.

Old enemies aid Venezuela's chavismo after devastating earthquakes.

President De la Espriella forms alliances with traditional parties to support his government in Congress.

Venezuela was hit by powerful twin earthquakes causing damage and casualties.

Rodrigo Lara becomes Minister of Interior, leveraging his 20 years of experience to build agreements with Congress.

Latin America sees a conservative shift with fourteen presidential elections since 2023, eleven won by conservative forces.

Medellín and Antioquia expect improved relations with the new government under Abelardo de la Espriella.

Petro will lead the opposition, vowing not to let social reforms regress.

The Colombian government suspended the transfer of Clan del Golfo members after discovering negotiations for benefits with the group.

Petro denies giving Clan del Golfo concessions, contradicting the ex-police director's claims.

Abelardo De la Espriella is formally accredited as Colombia's president elect.

Businessman De la Espriella's Colombian election victory signals rightward regional shift amid economic crisis, while Peru's polarized runoff and US dynamics reveal voters punishing traditional parties through volatile protest voting rather than ideological commitment.

Abelardo de la Espriella faces opposition in Congress after his presidential win.

Cambio Radical will support the new government in Congress, joining three other parties.

Journalist Ivan Gallo accuses Ivan Cepeda of making intimidating calls to media outlets.

World leaders offer support to Venezuela after devastating earthquakes, but Colombia's President Gustavo Petro remains silent.

Abelardo De la Espriella is ratified as Colombia's new president by the National Electoral Council.

The Caribe region gains space in Abelardo de la Espriella's cabinet with four names emerging as strong contenders.

Latin America sees a rise in right-wing governments in Colombia and Peru.

Abelardo De la Espriella forms his cabinet with experienced figures.

Germán Ávila, Minister of Finance, will lead the transition with the new government.

Trump blames Mexico for the US drug problem, deflecting from internal issues.

South America shifts to the right with Colombia and Peru's new conservative leaders.

Senator Rafael Nieto comments on Rodrigo Lara's appointment as Interior Minister.

Colombia's president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella vows to dismantle the "paz total" policy.

Latin America has shifted dramatically rightward since Javier Milei's November 2023 victory in Argentina, with right-wing candidates winning 11 of 13 subsequent presidential elections. Economic mismanagement under leftist governments, pandemic fallout, Venezuelan collapse driving migration, and renewed U.S. strategic focus on the region drove this ideological realignment across the continent.

Rodrigo Lara Restrepo is confirmed as the new Interior Minister of the incoming government.

Colombia sends two planes with 63 rescuers and 12 tons of aid to Venezuela after earthquakes.

Prisoners in Itagüí will ask the new government to continue peace talks.

The outgoing government suspended the transfer of Clan del Golfo members to a temporary location in Tierralta, Cordoba.

The JEP offers a technical dialogue to the incoming government despite criticism from President-elect De la Espriella.

President-elect Abelardo De la Espriella gives armed groups one month to surrender, warning of no generous offers.

Abelardo de la Espriella won Colombia's presidency with crucial support from religious voters.

World leaders offer solidarity and assistance to Venezuela after powerful earthquakes kill at least 164 people.

President Javier Milei travels to Spain for the sixth time since his term began.