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Nicaragua President Daniel Ortega makes grab to consolidate power

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President Daniel Ortega 's regime announced dozens of constitutional amendments Wednesday .

The changes include extending President's term without elections.

Observers say the changes could sound the death knell for Nicaragua 's democracy.

The amendments also include making the president "coordinator" of the legislative, judicial and electoral branches.