Maduro's Party Wins Venezuelan Elections Amid Boycott | JQJO

Venezuela's ruling United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV), led by President Nicolás Maduro, claimed a landslide victory in regional and parliamentary elections. The opposition largely boycotted the poll, citing concerns about fairness and the legitimacy of the electoral council. While the PSUV won 23 of 24 gubernatorial races and a majority in the National Assembly, the opposition criticized low voter turnout and alleged irregularities. Opposition leader María Corina Machado reported turnout below 15%, contrasting with the electoral council's figure of 42.6%. A few opposition figures participated, viewing it as an act of resistance.