VOICED : Manifestantes exigen dimision del presidente de Guatemala

In Guatemala City, protests erupted as indigenous people, students, and farmers demanded President Jimmy Morales' resignation. Morales faced backlash for attempting to expel Iván Velásquez, head of a UN anti-corruption commission, accusing him of overstepping his role. Velásquez had initiated proceedings to lift Morales' immunity over alleged campaign fund corruption. The expulsion was halted by the Constitutional Court. Numerous civil organizations condemned Morales' actions, viewing them as a breach of anti-impunity commitments. Morales, a former comedian, was elected in 2015, promising to combat corruption.

What was the main reason for the protests in Guatemala City?

• To support President Jimmy Morales

• To promote a new government policy

• To demand the resignation of President Jimmy Morales

• To celebrate a national holiday

Who did President Morales accuse of interfering in Guatemala's internal affairs?

• Iván Velásquez, head of a UN commission

• The President of Colombia

• The US Ambassador to Guatemala

• The United Nations Secretary-General

What legal action did Iván Velásquez initiate against President Morales?

• A lawsuit for defamation

• A request for diplomatic intervention

• A process to remove Morales' immunity

• An international arrest warrant

How did international organizations react to Morales' decision to expel Velásquez?

• They supported Morales' decision

• They remained neutral

• They ignored the situation

• They condemned the decision as a serious breach

What was Jimmy Morales known for before becoming President of Guatemala?

• Being a military leader

• Being a successful businessman

• Being a comedian

• Being a university professor