Nelson Umaña
Nelson Umaña is the mayor of Acosta, Costa Rica, who recently made headlines by leaving the Partido Liberación Nacional (PLN) to support the government of President Rodrigo Chaves. Umaña expressed a commitment to prioritize the welfare of his constituents, asserting that his allegiance lies with the people of Acosta rather than a political party. He praised the government's support for local projects and highlighted the positive changes in municipal administration under his leadership.
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Nelson Umaña is another mayor who switched from the National Liberation Party to support the government of Chaves.
Alcalde de San Carlos responde a Álvaro Ramos sobre supuestas amenazas de gobierno de Rodrigo Chaves
Costa Rica· 2025-11-30
Nelson Umaña also left his position to align with the chavista government.
Alcalde de San Carlos reconoce que trabajó proyecto sobre Crucitas con gobierno de Rodrigo ChavesCosta Rica· 2025-11-30Nelson Umaña is a verdiblanco mayor who announced his resignation from the PLN to join chavismo.
Secretario general del PLN: ‘El chavismo actúa de manera incoherente’ al llevarse figuras liberacionistasCosta Rica· 2025-08-17
Nelson Umaña, the mayor of Acosta, announced his resignation from the National Liberation Party to support President Rodrigo Chaves.
Alcaldesa de Guácimo deja su partido para dar adhesión al presidente Rodrigo ChavesCosta Rica· 2025-08-07
Nelson Umaña announced that he is leaving the PLN to support the government of Rodrigo Chaves.
Alcalde de Acosta deja el PLN y anuncia adhesión al chavismoCosta Rica· 2025-07-11