A bruising week for Bolivia’s President Paz as scandal and setbacks test his presidency
Summary
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz has faced a difficult week marked by political setbacks, including the dismissal of his Economy Minister after a scandal, loss of support from key allies, and public unrest due to a fuel price increase. These events have weakened his government less than a year into his term as he tries to move Bolivia away from nearly 20 years of socialist rule.Key Facts
- President Rodrigo Paz fired Economy Minister José Gabriel Espinoza following a scandal over a cheap luxury car purchase.
- Congress forced Espinoza out amid frustrations over inflation, fuel shortages, and currency issues.
- Espinoza is under criminal investigation for allegedly falsifying documents related to his income.
- Paz’s main congressional ally, the center-right National Unity party, broke with him recently.
- Fuel price hikes led to public protests and unrest in Bolivia.
- Paz’s government has seen many ministers resign or be replaced; only 6 of his original 15 ministers remain.
- The Vice President, Edman Lara, once a political supporter, now opposes Paz openly.
- Protesters demanded Paz’s resignation during a prolonged siege of the government’s capital.
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