Chile President Kast denies hiring Cerimedo; ex-minister Steinert drops comptroller appeal; child protection agenda unveiled

Chilean President Kast denies any formal hiring of Fernando Cerimedo, a figure linked to disinformation campaigns, though he acknowledges knowing him. Former minister Steinert withdrew her reconsideration request from the Comptroller General's Office, and the government introduced a child protection agenda. The developments signal internal political maneuvering and potential reputational risk for the administration.