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flag Guatemala votes for constitutional court magistrates amid raids and political tension, with international observers watching.

flag Guatemala began voting for magistrates of its Constitutional Court, a crucial step for its democracy, amid raids by prosecutors on two voting sites led by sanctioned official Leonor Morales. flag President Bernardo Arévalo condemned the raids as intimidation, raising alarms over interference. flag The elections, part of a broader process to select top judicial and oversight officials, are seen as vital for restoring trust in institutions weakened by corruption. flag The court’s final rulings have previously blocked anti-corruption efforts and upheld controversial releases, making this outcome pivotal for judicial independence and the rule of law. flag International observers are monitoring the process.

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