Prosecutors Seek to Remove Immunity from Guatemalan President-elect and Student Protesters

The Attorney General's office in Guatemala has formally requested the removal of immunity for President-elect Bernardo Arévalo and others, in order to investigate their alleged involvement in encouraging a student occupation at the country's only public university. The request comes after federal agents executed search warrants and sought to arrest members of Arévalo's Seed Movement party. The crimes being pursued include exploitation of cultural assets, influence peddling, and illegal association. The move has drawn criticism from both domestic and international sources, with concerns raised about potential political motivations. It remains unclear where the request will be channeled, as there is no precedent for a president-elect in Guatemala.