White House Rejects Maduro’s Power-Relinquishing Proposal—Is America Missing Its Chance to Secure Democracy in Venezuela?

In a move that could have reshaped the political landscape of Venezuela, officials close to President Nicolás Maduro floated a plan for him to gradually cede power over three years, handing control to Vice President Delcy Rodríguez. But according to sources familiar with the matter, the White House decisively rejected this proposal, citing ongoing concerns about Maduro’s illegitimate narco-terrorist regime. Why Rejecting a Maduro Exit Plan Undermines America’s Strategic Interests At first glance, the Biden administration’s dismissal appears principled—standing firm against a regime proven complicit in drug trafficking and repression. Yet, ask yourself: does Washington’s refusal to engage pragmatically with...