Who is José Kast?

In just two minutes, we break down the rise of Chile’s new president, José Antonio Kast — the far-right firebrand who won big on promises of “law and order.” His landslide victory over leftist Jeanette Jara marks a dramatic political shift in Chile, fueled by public fears of crime, immigration, and instability. But Kast’s admiration for former dictator Augusto Pinochet and his hardline social and economic agenda have sparked deep concern among critics. Tune in for a quick look at how Chile’s election signals a broader swing to the Right across Latin America — and what his presidency could mean for the region’s future.

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