Former Interior Minister Mónica González testified before the Chilean Chamber of Deputies, revealing that former President Sebastián Piñera received intelligence reports lacking a factual basis at the outset of the 2019 social unrest. These reports, she stated, were delivered during the initial days of the protests—a period marked by significant uncertainty. González’s testimony suggests potential flaws in the intelligence gathering and assessment processes during a critical time for the country. She indicated the information provided to Piñera lacked solid grounding, possibly influencing early decisions made in response to the widespread demonstrations. The revelation is prompting calls for greater accountability regarding the government’s handling of the crisis and the reliability of information used to inform policy. CIPER Chile first published the report on González’s statements. This disclosure adds a new layer to the ongoing investigations into the events surrounding the "estallido social."