1992 self-coup

The 1992 self-coup in Venezuela occurred when President Carlos Andrés Pérez, facing political opposition and economic issues, illegitimately dissolved Congress and assumed extraordinary powers. This action was an attempt to concentrate authority and bypass legislative obstacles, undermining democratic processes. The coup was unsuccessful, leading to Pérez's resignation and exile. It highlighted tensions between government branches and raised concerns about executive overreach, ultimately reinforcing the importance of constitutional rule and checks and balances in a democracy.