Colombia’s Electoral Body Takes Aim at Uribe’s Senate Bid Amid Legal Controversy

In a move that reverberates far beyond Colombia, the National Electoral Council (CNE) has opened a preliminary investigation into former president Álvaro Uribe’s bid for the Senate in the upcoming 2026 elections. This development comes amid accusations of legal irregularities linked to a conviction that threatens to bar him from public office. Uribe's situation is not merely a domestic dispute but a stark reminder of the importance of upholding constitutional order and legality—principles every sovereign nation must defend vigorously. The CNE's decision follows a landmark ruling convicting Uribe for alleged bribery and witness tampering, which could lead to his disqualification...