Bolivia Protests: Santa Cruz Demands Arce's Resignation

Protests Erupt in Santa Cruz as Bolivians Demand Arce's Resignation Santa Cruz, Bolivia – On June 6th, 2025, a large-scale protest march reached the Tribunal Supremo Electoral (TSE) building in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. The demonstration, fueled by growing economic hardship and widespread hunger, saw hundreds of Bolivians demanding the resignation of President Luis Arce. A heavy police presence was visible, forming a security cordon around the TSE to prevent any breaches of security. "Bolivia is starving," read one sign held aloft by a demonstrator, reflecting the widespread sentiment of economic distress. Another demonstrator shouted, "Lucho Traidor, el pueblo pide tu renuncia!" (Lucho Traitor, the people demand your resignation!), highlighting the deep anger directed at the president. The march underscores the escalating social and political tensions in Bolivia. The video footage from El Deber provides a powerful visual representation of the protest's scale and intensity, capturing the tense atmosphere and the determination of the demonstrators. The government has yet to issue an official response to the demands for President Arce's resignation.