US EditionChile elects Jose Antonio Kast, deepening regional shift to law-and-order politics
José Antonio Kast won with 58% of votes, pledging mass deportations and $6 billion spending cuts amid voter concerns over crime and immigration.
- Jose Antonio Kast has been elected president of Chile, securing 58.2% of the vote against Jeannette Jara in a runoff election.
- Kast promised to focus on security, immigration, and economic growth while seeking a government of national unity despite past far-right rhetoric.
- Outgoing President Gabriel Boric and other leaders have expressed a willingness to support the transition, amid ongoing concerns about division and crime.
- Kast's election aligns with a regional trend towards conservative leadership in South America.
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The ultra-right José Antonio Kast has won the final election for the presidency in Chile. In more and more countries in the region right-wing politicians now rule.
José Antonio Kast had an overwhelming victory on Sunday against his communist opponent.
Chilean flags were waved and some wore red caps with the words "Make Chile Great Again" in celebration of Chile's new president. A picture of dictator Augusto Pinochet also appeared. C...
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Apologist for Pinochet Dictatorship Will Be Next President of Chile
Chile's next president, José Antonio Kast is a lifelong supporter of the late military dictator Augusto Pinochet, who ended democracy in the nation for nearly two decades and brutally persecuted opponents.
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