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Delcy Rodríguez is sworn in as Venezuela’s acting and first female president following the abduction and removal of Nicolás Maduro. Acting on a court order, she assumes charge of the country and is formally inaugurated two days later. A lawyer, diplomat, and long-time senior leader, Rodríguez continues to serve as vice president as Venezuela enters a turbulent political transition.
Monday, 5 January, 2026