Raúl Soto Mardones

Raúl Humberto Soto Mardones (born 20 November 1987) is a Chilean lawyer and politician who served as President of the Chamber of Deputies of Chile in 2022.

Early life and education Soto was born in Rancagua on 20 November 1987. He is the son of Carlos Soto González, a former councillor and mayor of Rengo, and Marisol Mardones Reyes.

He completed his primary and secondary education in the commune of Rengo, attending Colegio La Paz and later Liceo Luis Urbina Flores, from which he graduated in 2005.

Regional media described the result as historically high and indicative of his growing political influence. Due to statutory term limits, the 2026-2030 legislative period is expected to be his final term as a member of the Chamber of Deputies, leading to speculation about potential future candidacies, including a possible bid for the Senate.

Party commentators have highlighted his critical stance toward government policies during the administration of President Gabriel Boric as a factor contributing to his prominence within the PPD. As of late 2025, Soto had not formally announced a candidacy, stating that internal party discussions should focus on political programs rather than individual leadership ambitions.

Personal life

Soto is married to Natalia Bustamante Acevedo, and they have one child.