Bolivia's TSE Rejects PAN-Bol's Candidacy Bid, Sparking Protests

Bolivia's TSE Rejects PAN-Bol Candidate Registrations, Citing Closed Electoral Stages LA PAZ, BOLIVIA – The Bolivian Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) has rejected a request from the political party PAN-Bol to register candidates for the upcoming general elections. The TSE cited the principle of preclusion, stating that stages of the electoral process that have already been completed cannot be reopened. This decision has sparked protests from PAN-Bol supporters. "The TSE's decision is unacceptable," said a PAN-Bol representative, speaking to reporters outside the TSE headquarters. "We believe this decision is politically motivated and will prevent fair representation in the election." The video from BOLIVIA TV shows footage of PAN-Bol supporters protesting the TSE's decision. The protests took place in La Paz, and the video includes images of protestors holding signs and banners. The TSE's decision has raised concerns about the fairness and transparency of the electoral process in Bolivia. The La Paz Departmental Tribunal upheld the TSE's decision. The Tribunal's statement emphasized the importance of adhering to established timelines in the electoral process. The TSE's decision effectively closes the door on any further attempts by PAN-Bol to register candidates for the upcoming elections. The impact of this decision on the electoral landscape in Bolivia remains to be seen.