Bolivian Court Blocks Presidential Candidate, Altering Election Race

La Paz Court Ruling Blocks Andronico Rodriguez's Presidential Bid LA PAZ, BOLIVIA – In a significant development in the Bolivian presidential race, the Constitutional Court in La Paz has ruled against the Movimiento Tercer Sistema (MTS) party, effectively barring its candidate, Andronico Rodriguez, from running for president. The decision stems from a constitutional protection writ filed by Maziel Terrazas, the ex-wife of former presidential candidate Felix Patzi. The court's ruling centers on the legality of the MTS party's congress and leadership. According to Frank Campero, a lawyer involved in the case, "The Justice granted the protection, leaving the MTS without the legal standing to participate in the elections." This leaves Andronico Rodriguez, who was the party's candidate, without a political vehicle to compete in the upcoming elections. The ruling has significant implications for the political landscape of Bolivia, potentially altering the dynamics of the presidential race. The decision underscores the complexities of Bolivian electoral law and the ongoing political tensions in the country. The outcome may lead to further legal challenges and political maneuvering in the days and weeks ahead.