Day: August 1, 2024

Venezuela’s Maduro asks top court to audit the presidential election, but observers cry foul

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — On Wednesday, President Nicolás Maduro requested that Venezuela’s high court conduct an audit of the recent presidential election. This request follows disputes from opposition leaders over his claimed victory and criticism from international observers who argue that the court is too closely aligned with the government to provide an independent review. […]