jefe politico
/ˈhɛfeɪ pəˈlɪtɪkəʊ/(also gefe politico, jefe político) Now chiefly historical
noun
Chiefly in Spain and Spanish-speaking countries: a political leader; especially a local prefect, boss, or cacique.
Origin
Early 19th century; earliest use found in The Times. From Spanish jefe político civil governor, (in Argentina) chief of police from jefe + político political.