Aberaldo de la Espriella, a candidate from the Defenders of the Motherland movement, has taken the lead in the first round of Colombia's presidential election held on May 31, 2026. He is set to face Iván Cepeda, who is associated with outgoing President Gustavo Petro, in a runoff election.
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Aberaldo de la Espriella leads in first round of Colombia's presidential election
Aberaldo de la Espriella emerged as the leading candidate in the first round of Colombia's presidential election on May 31, 2026. He will compete against Iván Cepeda in the upcoming runoff.
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Right-wing candidate pulls ahead in first round of Colombia's presidential vote
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Aberaldo de la Espriella leads in first round of Colombia's presidential election
