Former Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei has been barred from entering the U.S. due to allegations of significant corruption. The U.S. State Department cites credible information indicating that Giammattei accepted bribes during his tenure as president of Guatemala, undermining the rule of law and government transparency. Giammattei faced criticism for not reviving a U.N.-backed anti-corruption watchdog and clashed with the U.S. over efforts to curb graft. He was replaced by anti-corruption crusader Bernardo Arevalo, who was sworn in after a chaotic inauguration. Arevalo emphasizes democracy advocacy and aims to reshape Guatemala's political landscape. Giammattei has not commented on the allegations.
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