Bolivia Election: Rodriguez Eligible, Morales Barred

Bolivia's Constitutional Court has confirmed the eligibility of Senate President Andronico Rodriguez to run in the upcoming presidential elections, scheduled for August 2025. This decision contrasts sharply with the court's ruling to bar former president Evo Morales from the race. The court's decision has been met with protests by Morales' supporters, who are demanding his reinstatement as a candidate. Rodriguez, a left-leaning senator, is now considered a frontrunner in the election. 'This is a victory for democracy,' said one of Rodriguez's supporters in La Paz. Morales, who served three terms as president, has been accused of attempting to circumvent term limits. 'We will not rest until justice is served,' declared a Morales supporter during a recent protest march. The election is expected to be closely contested, with several other candidates vying for the presidency.