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Rapid Developments in Venezuela: Delcy Rodríguez Sworn in as President

Published January 5, 2026, 20:09
Rapid Developments in Venezuela: Delcy Rodríguez Sworn in as President

Rapid developments are unfolding in Venezuela, with Vice President Delcy Rodríguez officially sworn in as the country's interim president today. The inauguration took place while ousted President Nicolás Maduro appeared in a New York federal court to face drug trafficking charges. The 56-year-old Rodríguez, known for her ties to the private sector, was sworn in by her brother, Jorge, who is the president of the National Assembly. The opposition, particularly the faction led by María Corina Machado, boycotted the process. Maduro, during his court appearance, declared that he is the legitimate president of Venezuela and that he is a “prisoner of war.”