Pro-Trump candidate proceeds to runoff in Colombian presidential election Pro-Trump candidate Abelardo de la Espriella has advanced to a runoff election in Colombia after securing nearly 44% of the vote in the first round. His opponent, Ivan Cepeda, who won 41% of the vote, has cast doubt on the election results, claiming manipulation without evidence. The runoff is scheduled for June 21.

• Pro-Trump candidate Abelardo de la Espriella will face Ivan Cepeda in a runoff for Colombia’s presidency.
• Espriella received 44% of the vote in the first round, while Cepeda received 41%.
• Cepeda and outgoing President Gustavo Petro have alleged vote manipulation without providing evidence.
• Espriella, a conservative candidate focused on crime, has no prior political experience.
• The election proceeds to a runoff on June 21.