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March 11, 2020

Russian President Vladimir Putin Moves to Remain in Power Until 2036 
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In Russia, President Vladimir Putin has endorsed a plan that would allow
him to remain in power until 2036. The legislation was approved by the
lower house of Russia's parliament, the Duma, on Tuesday, but must still
be approved by Russia's Constitutional Court and a public referendum to
be held in April. Putin had already proposed constitutional changes that
would allow him to remain in power beyond 2024.


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