Former Bolivian Vice President David Choquehuanca appeared in public on Sunday to cast his vote in the subnational elections, where he responded to questions about ongoing corruption inquiries involving former officials from the prior administration. In his comments, he emphasized that no evidence connects him to any misconduct and affirmed that he will not face any corruption-related accusations.
Choquehuanca maintained that any purported criminal acts should be viewed as the responsibility of the individuals involved, not as burdens placed on political groups or collective initiatives. Within that framework, he mentioned the legal case of former President Luis Arce, who is still under investigation and held in pretrial detention, emphasizing that the accusations against him arise from incidents predating his presidency, during his tenure as Minister of Economy.
He also commented on the Indigenous Fund case, saying that the judicial system should operate more swiftly and independently. According to Choquehuanca, justice must be administered without favoring individuals who hold positions of power or possess greater financial resources, ensuring equality before the law.
When asked if he feared legal proceedings similar to those faced by other former government officials, Choquehuanca restated that he does not worry about any inquiry, asserting that his conduct has never been linked to corrupt behavior.
He was also asked about the political strains between Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz and Vice President Édman Lara, to which Choquehuanca responded that internal rifts within the executive branch weaken the nation’s governance and emphasized that every state institution ought to back the president’s administration for Bolivia’s overall well‑being.
Finally, the former vice president was asked about the political situation within the Movement for Socialism (MAS), which has been facing a deep internal crisis following the 2025 general elections. Various social sectors have identified him as one of those responsible for the divisions that have weakened the party in recent years.
Source: Prensa Latina + https://www.prensa-latina.cu/2026/03/22/reaparece-exvicepresidente-de-bolivia-y-descarta-corrupcion-personal/
