September 15 is significant because it is the celebration of independence for many Latin American countries, however, that is not the only reason why!
Protesters say the country's attorney general and president are trying to prevent the transfer of power to a new leader.GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala — Riot police began efforts Tuesday to clear roadblocks by protesters that have paralyzed parts of Guatemala for more than a week, just hours after President Alejandro Giammattei vowed to clear the country’s roadways.
At one roadblock on a major roadway in the capital, a couple dozen riot police stood in formation. There was brief pushing with some protesters, and more people quickly arrived and surrounded the outnumbered police. The roadblock remained in place. “We are requesting the appropriate arrest warrants, so that justice can be applied,” Giammattei said. He claimed protest leaders “have received support and advice from foreigners,” who he said “will also be arrested.”
Also Tuesday, Luis Almagro, secretary general of the Organization of American States, told the regional body's permanent council that Porras' office's actions were “biased and irrational.”
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