Iván Cepeda, a senator from the left-wing party of outgoing president Gustavo Petro, faces Abelardo de la Espriella, a lawyer and Trump admirer who rose rapidly in polls. The June 21 runoff will determine Colombia's next president, with both candidates emphasizing security and economic reforms. Cepeda, who survived a state-sponsored assassination attempt, positions himself as a defender of social justice, while de la Espriella promises a 'new right' agenda. The election has drawn international attention due to its potential impact on regional stability and U.S.-Latin America relations.
