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In Venezuela, chaos worsens as political crisis grows

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Under pressure, Venezuela’s top court reversed its decision to strip the legislature of its power. But to government critics the case was clear: They say judges loyal to President Nicolas Maduro attempted to set the stage for one-man rule.

Venezuela opposition supporters hold a placard that reads "No more dictatorship"

Venezuela’s political crisis just got even worse

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Opposition supporters take part in a rally to demand a referendum to remove Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro in Caracas on Sept. 1.

Massive protests are filling Venezuela’s streets

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Supporters of Caracas mayor Antonio Ledezma gather to protest his arrest by President Nicolas Maduro. The banner reads: "Freedom to Ledezma. No more political prisoners".

The arrest of Caracas’ mayor stuns and angers Venezuelans

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