Colombia’s far‑right, pro‑Trump candidate Abelardo de la Espriella leads after the first round of voting. If he defeats left‑wing Senator Iván Cepeda in the June 21 runoff, many of the country’s recent progressive reforms could be rolled back. Al Jazeera’s Hala Al Shami outlines why U.S. officials are closely monitoring de la Espriella’s campaign and examines the broader implications for regional politics.
Published On 4 Jun 2026