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José Antonio Kast
Becoming Chile’s president in 2026.
Republican Party · Presidency
- Born
- 18 January 1966
- Birthplace
- Santiago
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José Antonio Kast is a Chilean lawyer and conservative politician who took office as president in March 2026.
Early life
Education
Born in Santiago, he studied law at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, graduating in 1990.
Career
- 1991
Legal practice
Was admitted to practise law.
- 2002–2018
Congress
Served in the Chamber of Deputies.
- 2019
Republican Party
Founded the party after leaving the UDI.
- 2025
Presidential election
Won the runoff against Jeannette Jara.
- 2026
Presidency
Took office on 11 March.
Public service
Republican Party
Built a political movement around conservative policies.
Presidency
Began a presidential term focused on security, migration and economic policy.
Beyond politics
Family
Married María Pía Adriasola in 1990; they have nine children.
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