Former paramilitary leader Saúl Severini revealed alleged plan for Álvaro Uribe to win the Presidency with the help of the AUC: “Talking to the poll workers so they would cast the votes”
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Former paramilitary leader Saúl Severini Caballero, creator of the Pivijay front of the United Self-Defense Forces of Colombia (AUC), has resurfaced after more than 15 years of being presumed dead and made controversial confessions regarding Colombian politics. Severini revealed an alleged plan involving the AUC to help elect Álvaro Uribe to the presidency by manipulating votes, which included coordinating with election jurors.
Additionally, Severini's confessions implicated José Félix Lafaurie, stating there was a directive to vote for him for the presidency of the National Federation of Cattle Growers (Fedegán). These disclosures by the former paramilitary commander have generated significant political controversy and public attention in Colombia.
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Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Article 1Focuses on the alleged AUC plot to elect Álvaro Uribe.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Article 2Highlights José Félix Lafaurie's implication and the Fedegán presidency.