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He was called 'MAGA's Man' in Latin America. Now he's charged with murder
Los Angeles Times • • world
Key Points:
- Fernando Cerimedo, known as the "MAGA man" of Latin America and a key right-wing political consultant, has been arrested in Bolivia for allegedly orchestrating a murder-for-hire attempt on his pregnant mistress, Nadia Beller.
- Cerimedo's political career involved boosting Trump-aligned candidates across Latin America through digital campaigns and spreading false election-fraud claims, but his reputation has collapsed amid accusations of criminal behavior and illegal activities.
- The attack on Beller, captured on security cameras, involved gunmen disguised as delivery workers, and Cerimedo was detained trying to flee to Buenos Aires the following day.
- Cerimedo is under investigation for illegal enrichment and possible cocaine trafficking, while his former political allies and business partners have distanced themselves following his arrest.
- The scandal has sparked significant media attention and political fallout in Latin America, with Beller accusing Cerimedo of abuse and a cover-up attempt, while his defense claims the attack was staged.
