The Maduro regime's military leadership has backed Delcy Rodríguez. From his exile in Madrid, Edmundo González has declared himself president and demanded validation of his electoral victory. The top military brass of the Maduro regime officially endorsed Delcy Rodríguez. Simultaneously, opposition candidate Edmundo González, who is in exile in Madrid, has insisted on his victory in the presidential election. He has called on the authorities and the international community to recognize the election results, which he claims confirm his legitimate election as head of state. The situation in Venezuela remains tense following the elections, with the country divided between two competing centers of power.
Military Backs Rodríguez, Opposition Declares González President of Venezuela
Venezuela's military leadership backed Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, while opposition candidate Edmundo González in Madrid exile declared himself president and demanded recognition of his election victory.