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Political instability and succession dispute in Bolivia

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Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz has faced mounting political instability characterized by corruption allegations, party fractures, and social unrest. The PDC party officially severed ties with the government, citing a loss of public trust, while the Asamblea de la Cruceñidad issued an ultimatum regarding a diesel crisis. This instability evolved into a constitutional controversy when both President Paz and Vice President Edmand Lara traveled abroad simultaneously. President Paz is in the United States for the United Nations General Assembly, while Vice President Lara is in Paraguay for an artificial intelligence summit. This absence has sparked a debate over the line of succession, with some lawmakers warning of a “power vacuum” and demanding strict adherence to traditional protocols. While the government defends the President’s ability to govern remotely via digital tools established by Supreme Decree 5515, the Vice Presidency has suggested that Senate President Diego Ávila Navajas should assume command during Lara's absence. Attorney General Roger Mariaca has publicly recognized Ávila as the “constitutional president” in the absence of the top two executives. However, the Senate has dismissed claims that Ávila would automatically assume the presidency, asserting that Paz maintains his mandate through established technological means. Amidst these disputes, Vice President Lara has criticized the high cost of the President’s trip to the U.S., estimating the expense for the presidential aircraft, lodging, and delegation could reach between $200,000 and $250,000.

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