About 21 Million People Are Registered To Vote As Reinvigorated

Venezuelans Vote in Election Challenging Maduro's Grip on Power

About 21 million people are registered to vote as reinvigorated

WEB Stay on top of Venezuela latest developments on the ground with Al Jazeeras fact-based news exclusive video footage photos and updated maps. Venezuelas most consequential election in years will have ripple effects across the Americas.

Venezuelans are voting in a presidential election that could end the 20-year rule of President Nicolas Maduro. The election is seen as a test of Maduro's grip on power, as well as the strength of the opposition. The opposition is hoping to oust Maduro, who has been in power since 2013. Maduro is running for re-election on a platform of socialism and anti-imperialism. The opposition is running on a platform of change and economic recovery. The election is being closely watched by the international community. The United States and other countries have called on Maduro to hold free and fair elections. Maduro has accused the opposition of trying to overthrow him with the help of foreign powers. The outcome of the election is uncertain. Maduro has a strong base of support among the poor and working class. The opposition is divided, but it has been able to unite behind a single candidate, Henrique Capriles. The election is expected to be close. The opposition is hoping to win by a large margin, but Maduro is likely to hold on to power even if he loses the popular vote. The election is a major turning point for Venezuela. The country has been in a state of economic and political crisis for years. The election could provide a way out of the crisis, or it could lead to further instability.