A new poll indicates a significant shift in Chile’s political landscape, revealing growing support for right-wing candidate José Antonio kast ahead of future elections [[1]]. The findings come as President Gabriel Boric’s management faces sustained disapproval, raising questions about the direction of the South American nation following recent constitutional debates and economic headwinds.This latest survey from Criteria,published November 27,2025,suggests a potential reversal of fortune for the current goverment and a possible rise for a candidate who openly admires former U.S. President Donald Trump [[2]].
Support for José Antonio Kast as the next president of the Republic is growing, according to a new poll, while current President Gabriel Boric faces increasing disapproval. The findings suggest a potential shift in the political landscape as the country heads toward future elections.
The poll indicates that 63% of those surveyed believe Kast will be the next president, a 4-percentage-point increase from the previous measurement. This growing expectation of a Kast victory comes as dissatisfaction with the current administration remains high.
Conversely, only 29% of respondents believe Jeannette Jara will be elected, a decrease of 4 percentage points. The data points to a scenario where the momentum is shifting toward the Republican Party candidate at the expense of Jara, representing Unidad por Chile and the DC.
When asked about second-round voting preferences, Kast leads Jara with 51% of the preferences, a 1-point increase. Jara receives 35%, a 1-point decrease.
Approximately 14% of those polled indicated they intend to submit a blank or null vote in a potential runoff election.
A significant 69% of respondents believe Kast is more capable of addressing issues related to security and immigration. Additionally, 65% see him as having a stronger plan to stimulate economic growth.
Presidential and Government Approval Ratings
President Boric’s approval rating has seen a slight improvement, rising 2 points to 32%. However, disapproval of his administration remains substantial, decreasing 2 points to 60%.
The overall outlook for the government is similar. Approval of the administration as a whole increased by 1 point, reaching 29%. Disapproval, while down 2 points, remains high at 62%.
