Anti-government demonstrators and police clash in Bolivia
Summary
In Bolivia's capital, protesters gathered to demand the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz. Police used tear gas to try to control the crowds during ongoing protests about the economy, higher wages, and stopping the selling of state companies to private owners.Key Facts
- Protesters in La Paz called for President Rodrigo Paz to resign.
- The protests have been happening for several weeks due to economic problems.
- Farmers, miners, teachers, and indigenous people joined the protests.
- Protesters want higher wages and an end to selling government-owned companies.
- Police used tear gas to manage the crowds when protests escalated.
- Videos showed protesters chanting, lighting fires, and throwing objects.
- The government plans to issue an arrest warrant for union leader Mario Argollo.
- Mario Argollo is accused of terrorism and encouraging protests against the government.
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