Consolidation of Power in Nicaragua
Nicaragua's recent constitutional reform marks a significant shift in governance under President Daniel Ortega, who has held power for nearly three decades. This reform not only elevates his wife, Rosario Murillo, to the role of 'co-president' but also extends Ortega's term by six years, subject to re-approval in 2025. The new legislation centralizes control, enhancing the military and police's authority while simultaneously restricting the media and church involvement. Critics argue that these..
