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Evo Morales Barred from Bolivia's Presidential Race as Candidate Registration Closes

The Supreme Electoral Tribunal disqualifies Morales and suspends Rodríguez’s candidacy, deepening divisions within the MAS party ahead of the August election.

Former Bolivian President Evo Morales waves during an event at which he proclaims himself as a candidate for the presidency in the 2025 elections, in Cochabamba, Bolivia, April 19, 2025. REUTERS/Patricia Pinto/File Photo
Supporters of presidential candidate Andronico Rodriguez march after a ceremony in which he announced his candidacy for the Alianza Popular (Popular Alliance) party, in La Paz, Bolivia, Monday, May 19, 2025. (AP Photo/Juan Karita)
A man wearing a mask depicting former President Evo Morales tales part in a caravan to the Electoral Tribunal offices in El Alto, Bolivia, Friday, May 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Juan Karita)
Eduardo Del Castillo poses for a group selfie with a supporters after he was announced as the presidential candidate for the official Movement Towards Socialism, MAS, political party, in La Paz, Bolivia, Friday, May 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Juan Karita)

Overview

  • Bolivia’s Supreme Electoral Tribunal formally disqualified Evo Morales from running for president, citing constitutional term limits and his party's lack of legal standing.
  • Senate President Andrónico Rodríguez’s candidacy was suspended pending a court decision on the legality of his political alliance, leaving his participation uncertain.
  • The MAS party faces significant internal fractures, with multiple factions now competing, including Eduardo del Castillo, nominated by President Luis Arce.
  • Morales loyalists have threatened protests, warning of a 'revolution in the streets' over his exclusion from the race.
  • The finalized list of eligible candidates, including confirmed opposition figures like Samuel Doria Medina, is expected by June 6, ahead of the August 17 election.