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Dominican Republic 2028 election politics

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In early August 2026, the Partido de la Liberación Dominicana (PLD) rallied behind presidential hopeful Abel Martínez, who called for unity to oust the ruling Partido Revolucionario Moderno (PRM) and promised investments in infrastructure, agriculture, education and health. At the same time, senior PRM figures, including local leader Adán Peguero, publicly backed President Luis Abinader as the party’s future presidential candidate, emphasizing continuity and internal cohesion ahead of the 2028 vote. A few days later, analysis focused on the newer Fuerza del Pueblo (FP) party, founded by former three-time president Leonel Fernández after a 2019 split from the PLD. The party remains heavily centered on Fernández’s personal leadership, limiting its ability to attract a broader electorate and positioning it as a secondary force in the fragmented Dominican party system. Observers note that FP’s future influence will hinge on its performance in the upcoming 2028 elections, with succession likely to pass to Fernández’s son if Leonel steps aside. On 5 August 2026, Senator Omar Fernández urged a formal alliance between FP and PLD, arguing that a coalition is essential to win the 2028 presidential race. He highlighted the rise of influencer Santiago Matías, who is polling strongly, and warned that internal resistance within both parties makes cooperation urgent. By 9 August 2026, Leonel Fernández intensified his opposition during the ~~'Nuevo~~ ‘Nuevo Rumbo con Leonel ~~2028'~~ 2028’ national meeting, calling for a ~~"new direction"~~ ‘new direction’ for the country. Fernández accused the current government of widespread regression, citing unfulfilled promises regarding infrastructure, road interventions, and essential services such as electricity, water, and security. During the meeting, Fernández also oversaw the swearing-in of Omar Guevara, a former PLD leader, as the president of the new movement. Simultaneously, the PRM underwent leadership restructuring through a National Assembly of Delegates.

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