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Deadly Colombian Election: Cepeda Leads Amid Violence

5/27/2026

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The 2026 Colombian presidential race is deadly with bombings, a candidate’s assassination and competition for undecided voters.
The round is May 31, with a runoff on June 21 if no one reaches 50%, while analysts warn voters may stay home, making decisions decisive.
President Gustavo Petro gave interviews urging undecided voters to back Iván Cepeda, who has 44.3% against 21.5% for Abelardo de la Espriella and 19.8% for Paloma Valencia.

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Story summary

The 2026 Colombian presidential race is deadly with bombings, a candidate’s assassination and competition for undecided voters.
The round is May 31, with a runoff on June 21 if no one reaches 50%, while analysts warn voters may stay home, making decisions decisive.
President Gustavo Petro gave interviews urging undecided voters to back Iván Cepeda, who has 44.3% against 21.5% for Abelardo de la Espriella and 19.8% for Paloma Valencia.