Evo Morales, the former president of Bolivia, is under investigation for allegedly raping a teenage girl during his time in power, which reportedly resulted in the birth of a child. This scandal has garnered significant attention, especially after a Bolivian prosecutor who had sought Morales’ arrest in connection with a human trafficking investigation was abruptly dismissed following the filing of the request. Morales has strongly denied the allegations, claiming they are politically motivated and part of a campaign of persecution against him. He has stated that he is not intimidated by these accusations and that he will not be silenced.
The case is part of a broader context in Bolivia, where Morales has faced various legal challenges and controversies since leaving power in 2019, following widespread protests and allegations of election fraud. His supporters claim these investigations are part of a coordinated effort to undermine him, while his detractors view them as a long-overdue reckoning for alleged abuses during his presidency. Morales remains a polarizing figure in Bolivian politics.