Bolivian President Arce Withdraws From Senate Race

President Luis Arce Withdraws Candidacy for Senate Seat in La Paz Department La Paz, Bolivia – Bolivian President Luis Arce Catacora has unexpectedly withdrawn his candidacy for the first senatorship representing the La Paz department in the upcoming general elections. This decision, announced by Red Uno, was confirmed by MAS deputy Zacarías Laura, who stated that the withdrawal will be officially submitted once the MAS party presents its final candidate list to the Supreme Electoral Tribunal. Laura explained, "We understand that President Arce Catacora has clearly declined his candidacy for senator and has given way to a social organization." The move comes as a surprise to many political observers, and its impact on the upcoming elections remains to be seen. The video footage accompanying the Red Uno report shows President Arce and a group of supporters, celebrating the decision. The significance of this event underscores the dynamic nature of Bolivian politics and the ongoing maneuvering among political parties before the elections.