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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 27, 2026Miami-Dade

Venezuela's National Assembly advances bill to reform Supreme Court

The Venezuelan National Assembly, controlled by the ruling party, has approved a bill in its first discussion aimed at reforming the Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ). This legislative move marks the initial step in a process to restructure the country's highest judicial body.

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Why It Matters

The reform of the Supreme Court impacts the structure and oversight of the nation's highest judicial authority, which has been a subject of significant political and international scrutiny.

Key Facts

  • The Venezuelan National Assembly approved a bill to reform the Supreme Court of Justice (TSJ).
  • The approval occurred during a first discussion session on Monday.
  • The National Assembly is currently controlled by an overwhelming majority of the ruling party.

Who's Mentioned

organizationAmnistía Internacional“Human rights organization criticizing judicial independence”organizationAsamblea Nacional de Venezuela“Legislative body approving the reform bill”personDelcy Rodríguez“Acting President of Venezuela”personNicolas Maduro“Deposed former president”locationCaracas“The location where the legislative action took place.”personJorge Rodríguez“President of the legislative body”organizationAP“The news agency reporting the event.”organizationTribunal Supremo de Justicia“The judicial body subject to the proposed reform”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”