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Geopolitical News: Trump-backed lawyer storms Colombia: The Latin American shake-up begins.
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- SIGNAL STREAM
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- Jun 21, 2026
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- 60
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Summary
A seismic shift is underway in Latin America. Abelardo De La Espriella, a lawyer with zero political experience and strong backing from Donald Trump, is headed for a stunning victory in Colombia. This isn't just a local election; it's a powerful rebuke to the region's left, signaling a significant right-wing surge. Analysts are calling this a major geopolitical realignment. We're tracking the immediate fallout and what this means for US relations, live on Signal Stream.