Venezuelan Opposition Leader María Corina Machado Warns of Consequences for Maduro Regime After US Law Approval

María Corina Machado‘s Response to U.S. Bill Against Maduro’s Regime

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado expressed expectations of consequences for Nicolás Maduro’s regime following the U.S. House of Representatives’ approval of a new law. This law prohibits U.S. federal government agencies from hiring individuals or companies that have ties to Maduro’s government, which many consider “illegitimate.”

Machado described the Bolívar Law as sending a clear message to the regime: “Repression and criminal activities have consequences, and no one can normalize them.” This law still requires Senate approval to take effect.

She thanked Senator Rick Scott from Florida for his unwavering support. In a phone conversation, they discussed the bill and the commitment to Venezuela’s freedom. Machado emphasized their goal for a transition to democracy, referring to claims of a fraudulent presidential election where opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia was the actual victor, despite the official results giving victory to Maduro.

Senator Scott stated that Maduro’s days are numbered and voiced his pride in opposing the oppression of the chavista regime.

The Bolívar Law was introduced by representatives Mike Waltz and Debbie Wasserman Schultz from Florida. They believe that the U.S. must maintain existing sanctions against the Maduro regime and seek to expand them to limit Maduro’s resources for undermining the rights and prosperity of Venezuelans.

Recently, the Biden administration referred to González Urrutia as the “elected president” of Venezuela, which drew backlash from Maduro’s government.

After the Venezuelan elections, large protests erupted against the official results. The protests led to more than 2,400 arrests, although the government announced the release of some individuals under various measures. Non-governmental organizations confirmed only 143 releases, with ongoing judicial processes for many.

(Information sourced from EFE)