Patricia Balanta
Patricia Balanta is a Colombian magistrate known for her role in the judiciary, specifically in the Tribunal de Buga. Recently, she gained attention after receiving 41 votes in the Senate during the election of a new magistrate for the Corte Constitucional, despite being considered an unexpected candidate. Her support from the ruling factions indicates her emerging influence and the shifting dynamics within Colombian politics, particularly in relation to the government of President Gustavo Petro.
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Patricia Balanta was a candidate supported by the official party in the Congress election that led to tensions between Toro and Petro.
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Colombia· 2025-12-20
Patricia Balanta was a candidate for the Constitutional Court whose defeat was a setback for President Petro.
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Patricia Balanta was a candidate for the Constitutional Court but lost the election.
Columna de Mauricio Vargas del 7 de septiembre: Como el CoyoteColombia· 2025-09-07
Patricia Balanta faced defeat in her candidacy for the Constitutional Court, which was influenced by political dynamics.
Columna de María Isabel Rueda del 7 de septiembre: Circos de tres pistasColombia· 2025-09-07
Magistrate Patricia Balanta received 41 votes, gaining support from the government.
así quedan las fuerzas en la ConstitucionalColombia· 2025-09-04