"We commend the people of Guatemala and their institutions for the manner in which they have dealt with this crisis, and continue to underscore our support for Guatemala's democratic and constitutional institutions," White House spokesman Josh Earnest told reporters.
Perez stepped down on Thursday to face charges in a corruption scandal that gutted his government and plunged Guatemala into chaos days before a national election. (Reporting by Alina Selyukh and Susan Heavey; Editing by Sandra Maler)White House says respects Guatemalan President Perez' decision to step down
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