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Trump-endorsed candidate holds slim lead in Colombia's election
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· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on the election and its outcome, readers can refer to the full report from KXXV (ABC 25) News, which provides further details on the story.
A recent election in Colombia has yielded a close result, with a conservative candidate holding a narrow lead. The candidate, a business owner and lawyer, has been endorsed by US President Donald Trump. Details of the election are still emerging, but it is known that the outcome will be challenged by the opposing candidate.
The election has highlighted the polarized nature of Colombia's political landscape. For more information on the election and its outcome, readers can refer to the full report from KXXV (ABC 25) News, which provides further details on the story.
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Category: government Published: June 22, 2026 Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News Reading time: 1 min
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