Nicaragua’s Ortega moves to abolish elections
Summary
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega announced that his country might not hold a presidential election next year. He aims to keep shared control of the government with his wife and co-president, Rosario Murillo.Key Facts
- President Ortega spoke at a rally for the 47th anniversary of the Sandinista revolution.
- He suggested there may be no presidential election in Nicaragua next year.
- Ortega shares power with his wife, Rosario Murillo, who is also co-president.
- The announcement points to continued joint rule by Ortega and Murillo.
- The Sandinista revolution began 47 years ago and brought Ortega’s party to power.
- Ortega has been a central political figure in Nicaragua for many years.
- The move to possibly skip elections raises concerns about the country’s democracy.
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