The administration of José Antonio Kast is facing significant challenges, with approval ratings dropping for a second consecutive week, as revealed by the recent Agenda Criteria survey.

In Púlpito, Chiloé, residents report psychological trauma and state abandonment regarding their land demands.

The decision halts a reform that took 12 years in Congress and aimed to expedite pending processes.

Representatives from various universities express opposition to educational cuts and other measures implemented by the Kast administration.

An honorary commission has been established to implement the project, consisting of a representative from the board of the Sebastián Piñera Echenique Foundation, who will preside; the rector of the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile; two deputies and two senators selected by the Chamber and the Senate; the mayor of Santiago; and two former ministers or undersecretaries who worked with Piñera, appointed by the foundation's board.

An operation in Argentina to arrest former FPMR leader Galvarino Apablaza failed to locate him at his residence. His defense is accusing the government of a political maneuver ahead of José Kast's visit to Buenos Aires.

Workers rejected the budget cut of over 3% and warned that this measure will directly affect services provided to the public.

The Minister of Finance defended the fiscal closure for 2025 but avoided addressing the current liquidity of the Treasury, where DIPRES figures indicate US$3.6 billion amid the debate over the gas price hike and budget cuts.

Activist Alicia Lira accused complicity from dictatorship sectors in hindering investigations into the disappeared detainees.

The political moment is ripe. Kast's government may further wear down, and quickly. This is a plausible scenario. However, the opportunity will be squandered if the left remains entangled in its internal squabbles.