politics

May 7, 2026

Paloma Valencia denounces alleged 'hacking' of her cell phone: 'my chats are in someone's possession'

In an interview, presidential candidate Paloma Valencia denounced that she has indications of illegal interception of her communications. The leader...

Paloma Valencia denounces alleged 'hacking' of her cell phone: 'my chats are in someone's possession'

TL;DR

  • Paloma Valencia claims to have received information suggesting her phone has been hacked and her chats are compromised.
  • She has requested the Prosecutor's Office clarify if her communications are being intercepted and for what purpose.
  • Valencia has retained lawyer Jaime Lombana to investigate the alleged hacking and protect her campaign.
  • She mentioned discussing her security with the Minister of the Interior, Armando Benedetti, denying any campaign-related discussions.
  • Valencia defended her political alliances, stating she accepts parties, not 'thugs,' and operates transparently.
  • She expressed feeling 'hurt' by her deteriorating relationship with Senator María Fernanda Cabal.
  • Valencia addressed confrontations with candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, stating her campaign is being aggressively attacked.