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How did the far right take over Latin America?
The far right has gained political dominance across Latin America, with leaders in Argentina, Ecuador, Bolivia, Chile, Peru, and Colombia defeating leftist parties. US President Donald Trump has openly supported this shift, backing leaders like Argentina's Javier Milei and Ecuador's Daniel Noboa, who have implemented controversial policies and expanded US influence through military pacts and interventionist strategies.
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