Trump admin backs Bolivia state of emergency as leftist ex-leader's loyalists fracture nation

Bolivia's government declared a state of emergency after 50 days of blockades led by former president Evo Morales and his supporters. The blockades disrupted transportation and supply chains across the country. The U.S. State Department stated support for the Bolivian government's action. Morales, who left office in 2019, has maintained significant backing among certain sectors of the population.

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