Political scientist Navia elevates to "virtue" the repeal of laws, withdrawal of projects, and application of decrees as if they are an expansion of individual freedoms. This supposed virtue is, in fact, the method through which neoliberalism dismantles social protection frameworks without engaging in democratic debate.

Mario Desbordes, the mayor of Santiago, has resigned from Renovación Nacional, casting a shadow over the political right in Chile and marking the emergence of new divisions within the party.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has sharply criticized José Antonio Kast for withdrawing over 40 environmental decrees, stating that 'greed loses its life' amidst widespread condemnation from various organizations.

Experts analyze José Antonio Kast's aggressive communication strategy in its first week, highlighting media distractors, visual tactics, and the use of the 'trench' narrative. They caution that the center-left remains reactive while substantive issues, such as budget cuts, corporate tax reductions, and rare earth initiatives, are overshadowed amidst high polarization.

The announcement has sparked criticism as it contradicts the "emergency" and "fiscal adjustment" rhetoric voiced by Kast and his sector throughout the campaign and at the start of his government. "It seems that austerity does not reach the President's advisors," commented Deputy Gael Yeomans, while historian Sergio Grez stated that "governments change, but the elite never loses its privileges."

Carlos Fernández de Cossío reiterated that "the Cuban Government's consistent position is a willingness to engage in dialogue with the U.S., something that will not change despite the increase in hostilities from Washington. We see no other way to address our differences," he stated during a press conference.

José Antonio Kast has removed lawyer Álvaro Morales Marileo from the national directorate of the National Corporation for Indigenous Development (Conadi) after he declined the president's order to halt ongoing land purchase processes.

During the UN Commission on the Status of Women, Chile's government aligned with the U.S. on a contentious definition of gender, facing criticism for its stance in a broader cultural battle.

Senators from the PS, PPD, and Frente Amplio have introduced over 300 amendments to thwart a contentious bill that would allow criminals from the dictatorship to fulfill their sentences under house arrest, raising significant human rights concerns.

This week, Reportea revealed details of an investigation by the Education Superintendent into the University of San Sebastián, highlighting irregular contracts and payments involving former Minister Marcela Cubillos, former prosecutor Manuel Guerra (currently in pre-trial detention), and Senator Squella, among others.