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Gonzalo Arenas becomes government spokesperson with connections across party lines
The new spokesperson, a former deputy for La Araucanía, has known Kast since 1994 and supported him in his 2008 bid to lead the UDI.
Solari criticizes Kast and says Rabat should have left the Ministry of Justice
The former Socialist minister accused the justice minister of damaging the government with sentence reductions; Republicans defended Kast's response.
Kast calls in La Paz for differences with Bolivia not to stall relations
Rodrigo Paz welcomed Kast with agreements on mining, energy and fiber optics, but reiterated that Bolivia's maritime claim is non-negotiable.
Bachelet and Boric lead the opposition as relations with Kast cool
The former presidents brought together parties ranging from the Christian Democrats to the Communist Party in Ñuñoa, and La Moneda responded that the President would not stoop to that level.
Kast proposes restoring relations with Bolivia at the highest level in La Paz
Chile and Bolivia signed agreements on trade, mining, energy and fiber optics, and Rodrigo Paz accepted an invitation to visit Chile next year.
Congress passes law to speed up expulsions as Peru reviews Kast's figures
A Peruvian senator spoke of up to a million people expelled by Chile, but official records show fewer than 2,000 since March.
Kast admits mistake over sentence reductions for abusers and keeps Minister Rabat
The president ruled out removing the justice minister and tasked him with correcting the benefits granted to people convicted of sexual offenses against children.
Kast's approval falls to 27% and disapproval rises to 64%, according to Criteria
The online poll shows that 82% of respondents believe José Antonio Kast's government has fallen short of their expectations.
José Francisco Lagos leaves the Segegob and will keep working with Kast
President Kast accepted the resignation of the undersecretary, who will be replaced by Gonzalo Arenas Hödar, the Executive's new spokesperson.
Deputy Parisi accuses Kast of taking key votes on a trip amid immigration reform vote
The PDG lawmaker defended her abstention and said the absence of Republican deputies traveling with Kast caused the reform to fail by one vote.
Kast condemns October 18 violence and promises full force of the law against those detained
The president put the number of arrests following marches marking the anniversary of the social uprising at 110 and criticized leaders who do not seek permits.
Kast to attend Lula’s inauguration as La Moneda calls Brazil an ally
The Chilean government said it respects Brazil’s institutions despite Flavio Bolsonaro’s attempt to challenge the runoff election.
Kast admits mistake over sentence reductions for 56 people convicted of abusing minors
The President acknowledged that his government made a mistake in changing the criteria, but kept Minister Rabat in office and tasked him with correcting the sentence reductions.
Kast to make Enade debut with focus on growth, jobs and security
The President will reaffirm his targets of 6% unemployment and 4% growth before business leaders at his first meeting with them as president.
Kast asks private sector for trust and promises an "extraordinary" 2027
With his approval rating below 30%, the President defended his government's pace before farmers and criticized public programs that no one evaluates.
Pamela Díaz recounts running into Felipe Kast and his partner at an electronic music party
The TV host said on a podcast that she is no longer in contact with the former senator, though she wishes him well and has fond memories of their relationship.
Kast invites Rodrigo Paz to Chile and reopens dialogue with Bolivia in La Paz
The first official visit by a Chilean president to Bolivia since 1955 ended with agreements on mining, trade and energy, and a reciprocal visit planned for 2027.
Republican deputies join Kaiser at event where he challenged Kast over pardons
The presence of Cristián Araya and Enrique Bassaletti alongside the libertarian leader upset UDI, RN and Evópoli, partners in the governing coalition.
Libertarians press Kast to pardon military and police personnel this October 18
The National Libertarian Party demands that he fulfill a 2025 campaign promise, while La Moneda reviews cases individually and makes no commitment on dates.
Descifra poll: 77% believe Kast's government is worse than expected
Fuel price increases passed on to consumers and Minister Jorge Quiroz's power top the reasons for disappointment with the government.
