Energy Policy

Venezuela Postpones Elections Amid Uncertain Transition and U.S. Influence

By National Security Desk | February 10, 2026

In the wake of Nicolás Maduro’s capture and rising U.S. involvement, Venezuela’s regime delays elections while cautiously opening its oil sector to American interests—raising critical questions about sovereignty and true reform.

In a revealing interview with conservative Newsmax, Jorge Rodríguez, president of Venezuela’s National Assembly and brother to the interim president Delcy Rodríguez, confirmed that no presidential elections are planned in the immediate future. This comes at a pivotal moment when Venezuela faces unprecedented upheaval following the recent capture of Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces.Rodríguez emphasized prioritizing "stability" and "reconciliation" over democratic processes. But stability under whose terms? While Caracas claims to seek national healing, ongoing reforms—including opening Venezuela’s vital oil industry to foreign investment, predominantly from the United States—signal a significant shift influenced by Washington's new posture toward the regime.Is...

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