Bolivia's MTS Party Faces Legal Uncertainty, Impacting Rodríguez's Candidacy

Bolivia's Constitutional Court hands the fate of the Movimiento Tercer Sistema party to the Supreme Electoral Tribunal. The decision, announced on May 26th, 2025, leaves the future of Andrónico Rodríguez's presidential candidacy uncertain. A lawyer interviewed by Unitel Bolivia explained that the court's decision stems from the MTS party's failure to comply with three previous rulings by the TSE. "The Constitutional Court has decided to grant the writ of protection," stated the lawyer. "They have ordered the Supreme Electoral Tribunal to apply article 58, subsection B, of Law 1096, which means canceling the legal status of the political organization Movimiento Tercer Sistema." The lawyer further clarified that the TSE now has a legal obligation to decide on the cancellation within 5-10 days. This decision has significant consequences for Rodríguez's participation in the upcoming elections. The video shows reactions from MTS supporters, highlighting the emotional impact of the ruling. The uncertainty surrounding Rodríguez's candidacy adds a layer of complexity to the already tense political climate in Bolivia. The TSE's final decision will be crucial in shaping the upcoming electoral landscape.