# Pacto Histórico political movement developments > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pacto-histrico-political-movement-developments > Updated: 2026-10-21T23:45:18.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Gustavo Petro was unanimously elected president of the Pacto Histórico political movement by its Provisional National Coordination in Bogotá. As the primary opposition to the administration of Abelardo de la Espriella, the movement began focusing on a strategy for the 2027 regional elections, including plans for an internal congress and social mobilizations across Colombia regarding employment, education, health, and housing. Following these developments, Senator Iván Cepeda, a leader within the movement, identified corruption as the most serious issue facing Pacto Histórico during the administration of Gustavo Petro. Cepeda called for self-criticism and public accountability regarding these “grave” incidents, while suggesting that some scandals were presented in a “biased and fallacious” manner by opponents. In response, former senator Paloma Valencia argued that these admissions confirm opposition allegations and insisted that irregularities must be investigated and sanctioned. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-21: Iván Cepeda acknowledges corruption within Petro administration Senator Iván Cepeda admitted that corruption has been the most serious issue for the Pacto Histórico during the Petro government, prompting criticism from opposition figures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ivn-cepeda-acknowledges-corruption-within-petro-administration ### 2026-10-16: Gustavo Petro elected president of Pacto Histórico Former President Gustavo Petro has been unanimously elected president of the Pacto Histórico, positioning the movement to lead opposition efforts and prepare for the 2027 Colombian elections. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gustavo-petro-elected-president-of-pacto-histrico --- Cite as: Pacto Histórico political movement developments. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/pacto-histrico-political-movement-developments