Miguel Abella prevails in Maldonado and marks a key defeat for Frente Amplio

With 39% of the votes, Miguel Abella became the new mayor of Maldonado, one of the country's most significant districts, thus consolidating the hegemony of the National Party in the region. The election marked the end of Enrique Antía's cycle as mayor, but not of his legacy: Abella, his successor within the TodosXMaldonado space, clearly prevailed over his competitors, including Rodrigo Blás, also from the National Party, and the three candidates from the Broad Front.

"It's a great vote, very powerful. We knew we were going to vote well, but the people gave immense support." That is a very positive sign, because to have that support, you have to work as we worked," Abella stated after the results were known.

The Broad Front failed to gain a foothold in Maldonado

Despite having presented three candidates (Óscar de los Santos, Eduardo Antonini, and Susana Hernández), the Broad Front failed to position itself as a real alternative in Maldonado. The dispersion of its electoral offer, combined with an ineffective campaign in the territory, ended up favoring the white officialdom. In the celebrations, Enrique Antía himself was categorical: "You have to do things as they should be done," in a clear allusion to the contrast between nationalist management and opposition rhetoric.

General balance: an adverse night for the FA

Meanwhile in Montevideo and Canelones, the Broad Front managed to retain leadership with the victories of Mario Bergara and Francisco Leganini, the national outlook was adverse for the left-wing coalition. It only won in four departments, while the National Party took thirteen, once again showing its territorial capacity and its roots in the country's interior.

The result in Maldonado is not insignificant: it represents a confirmation that, even after the departure of strong figures like Antía, the nationalist project has sustained citizen support. Furthermore, Abella's victory projects a new generation of white leaderships that are already preparing for future national instances.

Long-term projects and a vision for the future

In statements prior to the campaign's closure, Abella had highlighted that his management will aim for a "planned and orderly Maldonado," with a projection of 20 years. This strategic planning approach was well received by an electorate that valued both continuity and innovation within the same political project.