Laura Virginia Fernández Delgado

Laura Virginia Fernández Delgado, born on July 4, 1986, in Puntarenas, Costa Rica, is a political scientist and politician known for her role as the official candidate for the ruling party in the upcoming elections. A graduate of the University of Costa Rica, she has held various positions in public service, including Minister of Planning and Minister of the Presidency. Fernández has been a key figure in the administration of President Rodrigo Chaves Robles, advocating for reforms in state institutions. Her controversial stance on the 'Agenda 2030' and her efforts to limit the oversight of the Contraloría General de la República have marked her political career. Despite her previous image as a diligent student and public servant, recent critiques suggest a dramatic shift in her political approach.