Chilean PDG Candidate Parisi Proposes Drug Testing, Salary Cap, Defends Piñera, Supports Trump Tariffs, Calls to Fortify Border

Franco Parisi, presidential candidate for the PDG party in Chile, addressed several political and policy issues during an appearance on the program Tolerancia Cero. He criticized former labor ministers Jara and Matthei, stating neither were effective in their roles. Parisi expressed support for regulating social media bots and proposed mandatory drug testing for all public officials. He advocated for reducing salaries within the public sector, suggesting a cap of 5 million Chilean pesos. On education, Parisi called for shortening university degree programs. He defended former President Sebastián Piñera's second term, describing the challenges Piñera faced as an attack on democracy and praised his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Parisi also criticized Finance Minister Marcel, accusing him of miscalculations. He expressed admiration for Argentine politician Javier Milei's approach to reducing fiscal spending and supported former U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff increases, calling them a good decision. Parisi highlighted concerns about Chile's ambassador to the United States, labeling the diplomat as anti-Trump. Finally, he emphasized the need to fortify Chile's northern border, citing difficult conditions in that region.