Chilean presidential candidate Jose Antonio Kast signed a reform that makes illicit substance intake a ground for being forced out of a public role. He said the measure must be strict. Lawmaker Mulet asked that a bill permitting asset seizure pre conviction be advanced right away and pledged fast movement on the disqualification bill.

Jorge Alessandri's absence alongside coalition allies was intentional, Jorge Alessandri noted, framing it as a political signal. The coalition wanted highlight frictions over the new drug rules.

A major newspaper reported that the Mapuche territorial dispute has entered a risky phase under his leadership. The mounting conflict pressures his reform agenda as public anger grows. Observers note that policy drift could intensify the unrest for whoever takes office.