May 6 (UPI) -- In an unprecedented political move in recent Costa Rican history, outgoing President Rodrigo Chaves will remain in government after leaving office Friday.
He will stay in the new administration in a powerful role that also grants him immunity from potential criminal prosecution.
President-elect Laura Fernández on Tuesday announced the members of her cabinet for the 2026-2030 term, appointing Chaves as both minister of the presidency and finance minister.
The appointment gives Chaves -- whose term as president ended -- executive control over strategic areas of government, including budget management and national intelligence just days after handing over the presidential sash.
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