Colombia goes to polls in election pitting outgoing leader’s ally against pro-Trump candidates
Colombians are voting in the first round of presidential elections, which has become a contest primarily between three candidates. The election is viewed as a referendum on outgoing President Gustavo Petro's policies, particularly regarding peace efforts following a historic peace pact. Political violence has surged in the lead-up to the election, complicating the choices for voters.
- ▪The election features 14 candidates but has narrowed to a three-horse race.
- ▪Senator Iván Cepeda, an ally of President Petro, leads the polls with a focus on continuing peace negotiations.
- ▪Opponents Abelardo de la Espriella and Paloma Valencia advocate for a tougher stance against armed groups.
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There are 14 candidates on the ballot, but the election has basically turned into a three-horse race. Photograph: Carlos Ortega/EPAView image in fullscreenThere are 14 candidates on the ballot, but the election has basically turned into a three-horse race. Photograph: Carlos Ortega/EPAColombiaColombia goes to polls in election pitting outgoing leader’s ally against pro-Trump candidatesBallots are being cast in the first round of the South American nation’s presidential electionsAssociated Press in BogotáSun 31 May 2026 07.23 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleColombians are casting ballots in the first round of the South American nation’s presidential election, choosing between candidates with radically diverging visions for the future of peace in a country haunted by decades of armed…
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