COThe article profiles Milton Virgilio Carreño Sánchez, a former social manager of the current Meta Governor's office, who is seeking to build an independent electoral base in the department after serving in public roles such as Miner-Energy Manager and Secretary of Environment. He previously served as a councilman in Villavicencio from 2004 to 2011. His candidacy is supported by the political capital of current governor Rafaela Cortés, his elected sister-in-law who received 183,000 votes in 2022, as well as the structure of the Party of La U and the business sector in the Llano region. His campaign focuses on security, rural development, and family values. The article notes that he aims to establish his leadership beyond the influence of Cortés while gaining support among conservative sectors in Meta. He holds a law degree with specialization in administrative law and has over 25 years of experience in both private and public sectors.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced overview of Carreño’s background, political alliances, and campaign goals without overtly favoring any particular ideological stance. It highlights his connections to both the ruling administration and the opposition-aligned Party of La U, as well as his appeal to the
