Chile Becomes Latest Latin American Nation To Veer Right With Election of Trump-Loving Kast

The new president-elect promises to ‘Make Chile Great Again.’

José Antonio Kast Rist hugs his wife, María Pía Adriasola Barroilhet, following his victory in the runoff election for Chile's presidency, December 14, 2025. — José Antonio Kast Rist hugs his wife, María Pía Adriasola Barroilhet, following his victory in the runoff election for Chile's presidency, December 14, 2025. José Antonio Kast Rist via X.com

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Dec 15, 2025, 10:20 AM ET

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