Colombia has elected nationalist lawyer Abelardo De La Espriella as its next president, defeating left-wing senator Iván Cepeda. Nicknamed "The Tiger," De La Espriella campaigned on economic revival and security. His victory, however, sparks debate over his past legal work, alleged links to controversial figures, and his family's ties to former President Álvaro Uribe. His digital campaign strategy also faces scrutiny.

Far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, who was endorsed by US President Donald Trump, won the preliminary count of the presidential runoff election in Colombia on Sunday,…

Leftwing opponent alleges vote count irregularities after Trump-endorsed lawyer secures narrow majority