Political Consolidation in Venezuela: Maduro Government Achieves Parliamentary and Gubernatorial Majority

The United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV), led by President Nicolás Maduro, has consolidated its political position in the country. Election results revealed a significant victory, with the party forming a majority in the National Assembly and electing the vast majority of state governors.

With 93% of the ballot boxes counted, the PSUV secured 82% of the 285 contested seats in the National Assembly, ensuring a substantial legislative majority. Furthermore, the left-wing bloc won 23 out of the 24 state governorships in dispute, reinforcing the government’s control over institutions. The government’s expectation with this parliamentary majority is the approval of constitutional reforms, while the opposition faces a scenario of reduced representation. Among the prominent PSUV figures elected are the current National Assembly president, Jorge Rodriguez, First Lady Cília Flores, and former Vice President Jorge Arreaza.