Venezuela's Legal Leadership Shakeup: Key Resignations

Venezuela's Attorney General Tarek Saab and the country's ombudsman have resigned, according to the National Assembly's secretary. The assembly will appoint interim officials while searching for permanent replacements, as stated by assembly president Jorge Rodriguez.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bogota | Updated: 26-02-2026 02:06 IST | Created: 26-02-2026 02:06 IST
Venezuela's Legal Leadership Shakeup: Key Resignations
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In a significant development, Venezuela's Attorney General Tarek Saab, along with the country's ombudsman, has submitted his resignation to the National Assembly, as announced by the assembly's secretary.

This move marks a pivotal moment in the country's legal framework, with immediate consequences for governance.

Assembly president Jorge Rodriguez indicated that interim officials will be appointed to maintain continuity while the search for permanent replacements is underway.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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