Ecuador opposition candidate, doubling down on fraud claims, loses coalition backing


Ecuadorean presidential candidate Luisa Gonzalez looks on as she addresses supporters during the presidential election in Quito, Ecuador April 13, 2025. REUTERS/Karen Toro/File Photo

QUITO (Reuters) -Ecuador's leftist presidential challenger Luisa Gonzalez has said she will formally challenge the result of Sunday's election, claiming widespread fraud, although she has lost the support of a key ally party in disputing her defeat.

Election authorities and outside observers have said incumbent President Daniel Noboa secured a full term after sweeping the run-off vote that was held after a tight first round in February.

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