Just In: Venezuela in Turmoil as Jorge Rodríguez Takes the Helm of the National Assembly Amid Crisis.

Just In: Venezuela in Turmoil as Jorge Rodríguez Takes the Helm of the National Assembly Amid Crisis

In the midst of intense political upheaval in Venezuela, lawmaker Jorge Rodríguez has been sworn in once again as President of the National Assembly, marking a key moment in the nation’s current power struggle and ongoing tensions following the dramatic removal of President Nicolás Maduro.

A Nation in Transition

On January 5, 2026, Venezuela’s newly constituted National Assembly — dominated by the ruling United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) — convened in Caracas to begin its 2026–2031 legislative term.

During this session, Jorge Rodríguez was re-elected as head of the Assembly pledging to uphold the Venezuelan constitution and lead the legislative branch at a time of national uncertainty.

Rodríguez’s election comes amid a broader realignment of political power**: his sister, Delcy Rodríguez, was sworn in as Acting President of Venezuela shortly before the Parliament convened.

Her elevation to the presidency followed the surprising capture of Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, by U.S. forces in early January — a move that has deeply polarized domestic and international opinion.

Family Ties, Political Influence

The leadership of the National Assembly and the interim presidency by siblings Jorge and Delcy Rodríguez signifies **a consolidation of power within a closely connected political circle.

Jorge Rodríguez, a veteran politician who has long held influence within the PSUV and previously served as vice president and Caracas mayor, represents continuity for the regime’s legislative agenda.

During his address to lawmakers, Rodríguez outlined a central priority of his tenure: using all legal, diplomatic, and political channels to secure the return of Nicolás Maduro to Venezuela.

He referred to Maduro as “my brother, my president” and vowed to pursue procedures to bring him — along with Cilia Flores — back home.

Maduro’s Son Backs New Leadership

Adding to the political spectacle, Nicolás Maduro’s son, Nicolás Ernesto Maduro Guerra addressed the legislature during the swearing-in ceremony.

Maduro Guerra pledged his support for Delcy Rodríguez’s interim presidency and expressed confidence that his father and stepmother would one day return to Venezuela.

He spoke with emotion about national unity and the future of the country.

A Deeply Polarized Landscape

The political developments taking place in Caracas unfold against a fraught backdrop:

* The capture and U.S. detention of Maduro and Flores* have prompted intense debate over national sovereignty and constitutional legitimacy.

Delcy Rodríguez’s interim government seeks to balance calls for domestic stability with external diplomatic pressures — including overtures to the United States and other international actors.

Russia and other foreign governments have voiced support for Venezuela’s right to self-determination amid what they characterize as foreign intervention.

What Lies Ahead

As Jorge Rodríguez assumes leadership of the National Assembly, and Delcy Rodríguez steers the executive branch, Venezuela’s future remains uncertain.

The government they represent faces enormous challenges, including economic recovery, political reconciliation, and questions about constitutional order.

With the promise to work toward Maduro’s return and maintain continuity of the PSUV administration, the Rodríguez siblings are now central figures in shaping Venezuela’s next chapter — a chapter marked by domestic tension and intense international scrutiny.