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U.S. Condemns Bolivia Coup Attempt, Boosts Aid

6/7/2026

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The U.S. State Department, for the Shield of the Americas alliance, condemned on Friday attempts to overthrow Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz.
The alliance warned that drug-trafficking money finances fake road blockades that block food and medicine and urged protestors to pursue dialogue.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States will intensify emergency aid and logistical support to Bolivia to offset blockade-induced shortages.

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The U.S. State Department, for the Shield of the Americas alliance, condemned on Friday attempts to overthrow Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz.
The alliance warned that drug-trafficking money finances fake road blockades that block food and medicine and urged protestors to pursue dialogue.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States will intensify emergency aid and logistical support to Bolivia to offset blockade-induced shortages.