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Right-wing candidate pulls ahead in first round of Colombia's presidential vote
Gustavo Petro

Right-wing candidate pulls ahead in first round of Colombia's presidential vote

The Associated Press | Jun 1, 2026, 6:02 AM UTC
Tough-on-crime outsider Aberaldo de la Espriella took the lead in Colombia's presidential race on Sunday night, setting up a runoff with Iván Cepeda, an ally of outgoing President Gustavo Petro.