Tribunal Supremo venezolano asume poderes del Congreso

The transcript discusses the Venezuelan Supreme Court's decision to assume the powers of Congress, which was celebrated by government supporters. The opposition claims this move aims to give President Nicolás Maduro full control. The ruling has intensified the conflict between public powers. In 2016, the opposition took control of Congress for the first time in 17 years, but the Supreme Court has since issued numerous rulings against it, declaring it in contempt.

What was the main reason given by the Venezuelan Supreme Court for assuming the powers of the National Assembly?

• The Assembly's refusal to pass new laws

• The Assembly's support for the opposition

• The Assembly's contempt and invalidity

• The Assembly's financial mismanagement

According to the opposition, what is the intended outcome of the Supreme Court's ruling?

• To improve economic conditions

• To grant full powers to President Nicolás Maduro

• To strengthen the judicial system

• To enhance international relations

What significant event occurred in January 2016 concerning the Venezuelan Congress?

• The Congress was relocated to a new building

• A new constitution was adopted

• The opposition gained control for the first time in 17 years

• The government dissolved the Congress

How has the Supreme Court responded to the laws and agreements passed by the Legislative since 2016?

• By issuing numerous rulings against them

• By ignoring them

• By supporting them

• By implementing them immediately

What has been the Supreme Court's stance towards the Legislative since the opposition took control?

• It has dissolved the Legislative

• It has declared the Legislative in contempt

• It has collaborated closely with the Legislative

• It has remained neutral