Latest news in Nicaragua? September 2nd, 2026
02-09-2026
- Constitutional Reform Passed in First Vote: Nicaragua’s National Assembly passed an Ortega-backed constitutional reform that officially bans opposition parties from participating in future elections. WTAQ
- Extension of Presidential Terms: The measure extends the presidential term for co-presidents Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo, as well as elected officials and leaders of the police and military, from six to seven years. A second required legislative vote to ratify the change is slated for early 2027. WTAQ+ 1
- International Backlash: The United States, the Organization of American States (OAS), and regional governments across the Americas have strongly condemned the reform as an effective dismantling of democratic elections, with several nations initiating diplomatic protests and discussions regarding further isolation of the Managua administration. WTAQ
- Continued Crackdown on Dissent: Rights groups and international bodies report ongoing pressure against remaining domestic critics, stripped professional credentials for independent legal professionals, and reports of extraterritorial harassment targeting Nicaraguan exiles. Al Jazeera