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Bolivian President Evo Morales announces new general elections amid accusations of fraud. Shortly after the announcement, Morales resigns from the presidency, citing pressure from the military and police. Vice President Álvaro García Linera, President of the Senate Adriana Salvatierra, President of the Chamber of Deputies Víctor Borda, and Mining Minister César Navarro also resign. Vice President of the Senate Jeanine Áñez assumes the role of acting president, making history as Bolivia's first female president.
Saturday, 9 November, 2019