Bangladesh, Sept. 5 -- Bolivias long-running political and corruption scandals took a dramatic turn on September 4 with the arrest of former Interior Minister Arturo Murillo following his extradition from the United States. Murillo, once a powerful figure in Bolivias transitional government after the resignation of Evo Morales in 2019, has now become one of the most high-profile officials to face prosecution in connection with corruption, money laundering, and irregular state contracts. His case underscores the enduring challenges Bolivia faces in combating graft within its political class, as well as the international dimensions of corruption that cross national borders.

Murillo, 61, was escorted by authorities immediately after his arr...