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Browne Wins Fourth Term, Secures 15-Seat Landslide

5/2/2026

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  • A snap election was called years before the constitutional deadline, citing cost-of-living pressures.
  • Prime Minister Gaston Browne won a fourth term, taking 15 of 17 seats.
  • United Progressive Party fell to one seat, leaving Jamale Pringle as its sole MP.
  • Barbuda People’s Movement veteran Trevor Walker retained his seat, continuing service since 2004.
  • Officials reported polling ran and said Browne and Attorney General Steadroy Benjamin were sworn in Friday.