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Nicaragua approves constitutional reform banning opposition and extending terms
The National Assembly of Nicaragua, controlled by the ruling FSLN party, has unanimously approved a constitutional reform that significantly alters the country’s political landscape. The reform extends presidential terms from six to seven years and establishes legal barriers to political participation. Specifically, individuals labeled as “traitors to the patria,” those involved in alleged coup attempts, or those requesting foreign military intervention are barred from running for office or holding public positions.
This legislative move follows a period of intense political tension and follows Daniel Ortega’s July declaration that the country would no longer hold elections. The reform must undergo a second ratification process scheduled to begin in early 2027.
In response, the United States has condemned the move as a “farce” intended to consolidate an illegitimate dynasty. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called on the international community to cease “business as usual” with the Nicaraguan government and has signaled that Washington will pursue further measures through the Organization of American States (OAS).
Entities
Daniel Ortega · Frente Sandinista · Frente Sandinista de Liberación Nacional · Gustavo Porras · Marco Rubio · National Assembly of Nicaragua · Organization of American States · Rosario Murillo · Unidad Nacional Azul y Blanco · United States
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- [● 26 SOURCES] The reform prohibits individuals involved in coup attempts, treason, or those requesting foreign military intervention from participating in elections. elmonterizo.com · www.latercera.com · www.tvn-2.com · www.letemps.ch · oglobo.globo.com · +17 more
- [● 10 SOURCES] Repression of 2018 protests in Nicaragua resulted in more than 300 deaths. elmonterizo.com · www.elnuevosiglo.com.co · noticiasyprotagonistas.com · www.eldiariodehoy.com · sintesis.mx · +2 more
- [● 17 SOURCES] The constitutional reform requires approval in two separate legislatures. elmonterizo.com · www.latercera.com · oglobo.globo.com · sintesis.mx · ultimosegundo.ig.com.br · +9 more
- [DISPUTED] The constitutional reform was approved unanimously by the National Assembly. elmonterizo.com · visionsandinista.com.ni · www.latercera.com · www.tvn-2.com · www.letemps.ch · +10 more
- [● 27 SOURCES] The reform extends presidential terms from six to seven years. elmonterizo.com · www.latercera.com · www.tvn-2.com · www.letemps.ch · oglobo.globo.com · +18 more
- [● 15 SOURCES] The second ratification of the reform is scheduled to begin in January 2027. elmonterizo.com · www.latercera.com · oglobo.globo.com · sintesis.mx · noticiasyprotagonistas.com · +8 more
- [● 15 SOURCES] The National Assembly approved the constitutional reform unanimously. bajotecho.com.do · www.centroamerica360.com · elmonterizo.com · www.eldiariodehoy.com · www.tcsahora.com · +8 more
- [● 4 SOURCES] The United States has called for an international boycott of trade with Nicaragua. hch.tv · www.expedientepublico.org · americanfaith.com · radioconaguante.com.ar