Colombia’s presidential election resulted in a narrow victory for Abelardo de la Espriella, a far-right candidate with support from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The outcome sparked protests and clashes with police in the city of Cali. De la Espriella, nicknamed “The Tiger,” ran on a platform of aggressive crime reduction and significant economic reforms. He also intends to end ongoing peace negotiations with various militant groups within the country. His campaign distinguished itself with a staunchly conservative stance. Senator Ivan Cepeda, representing the left, was his main opponent in a closely contested race. The election signals a potential shift in Colombia’s political direction.