Venezuela’s National Electoral Council (CNE) has approved "Defenders of the Homeland" as a new political party with a 6-1 vote. This decision allows the party to endorse candidates for upcoming regional elections. Notably, many current members of the Venezuelan cabinet were part of the party’s founding group. The approval signals a potential shift in the political landscape ahead of regional voting. This move is being closely watched for its implications on the existing power dynamics within the country. Further details regarding the party's platform and candidate selection are expected to emerge as the election cycle progresses. La Silla Vacía first reported the news.