Rodrigo Paz assumed Bolivia’s presidency in November 2025 after defeating a rival in the October runoff, ending two decades of Movement for Socialism dominance amid severe economic strain. Since taking office, his administration has pursued subsidy reforms and a pragmatic foreign-policy reset while facing persistent inflation, fuel shortages, and declining approval. May 2026 saw intensified protests and road blockades, with demonstrators demanding his resignation over living-cost pressures. His alliance suffered heavy losses in March subnational elections, limiting legislative leverage. The next general election is scheduled for 2030; removal before then would require congressional action, sustained street pressure, or institutional challenges that remain fluid given ongoing economic volatility and opposition mobilization.