VOICED : Justicia ordena captura de opositora nicaragüense Cristiana Chamorro

The Nicaraguan justice system ordered the arrest of opposition leader Cristiana Chamorro, following accusations of money laundering by the government of Daniel Ortega. Police violently raided her home as she prepared for a press conference. Chamorro, daughter of former President Violeta Barrios de Chamorro, announced her candidacy for the upcoming elections. Despite Ortega not confirming his participation, it is believed he will seek a fourth term. The investigation into Chamorro's foundation, accused of financial irregularities, is seen as a tactic to prevent her candidacy. Nicaraguan law prohibits individuals with open criminal cases from running for public office.

What was the reason given for the police raid on Cristiana Chamorro's house?

• To deliver a political message

• To protect her from threats

• To arrest her for money laundering

• To search for illegal weapons

What is Cristiana Chamorro's relation to a former Nicaraguan president?

• She is the wife of a former president

• She is the sister of a former president

• She is the niece of a former president

• She is the daughter of a former president

What is the main accusation against Cristiana Chamorro by the government?

• Financial irregularities in her foundation

• Election fraud

• Illegal campaigning

• Tax evasion

Why does Cristiana Chamorro consider the accusations against her a 'farce'?

• To undermine her foundation's work

• To gain public sympathy

• To prevent her from participating in the elections

• To distract from other political issues

What does Nicaraguan law state about individuals with open legal cases?

• They can only run for local positions

• They are prohibited from running for public office

• They can run for office if they post bail

• They must be tried within a month