On January 3, 2026, Venezuela’s Supreme Court shocked the nation by naming Vice President Delcy Rodríguez as acting president after the reported capture of President Nicolás Maduro. 🏛️🔥
Speaking on state television, Rodríguez immediately called for the release of Maduro and his wife, setting off a wave of reactions across social media. The swift move underscores the deep crisis that has gripped Venezuela for years, marked by economic turmoil, migration, and calls for democratic reform.
Who is Delcy Rodríguez?
A lawyer-turned-politician, Rodríguez has been vice president since 2018 and is known for her fiery oratory and loyalty to Maduro’s administration. Now, she faces the task of steering a country in freefall, balancing domestic pressures and international scrutiny. 🌎
What’s next?
With the presidency in flux, Rodríguez must address key challenges: stabilizing the economy, ensuring basic supplies like food and medicine, and navigating relations with regional and global powers. Observers in South and Southeast Asia are tuning in, seeing parallels with leadership changes in their own regions. 🌐
As this story develops, we’ll keep you updated on how Rodríguez’s leadership unfolds and what it means for Venezuela’s youth and future. Stay tuned! ✨
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Venezuela's top court names VP Delcy Rodríguez acting president
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