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U.S. Recognizes Venezuelan Opposition Candidate as Winner of Presidential Election

HeadlineAug 02, 2024

The Biden administration has recognized Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González as the winner of Sunday’s contested presidential election — a move expected to add to tensions with President Nicolás Maduro, who has called for a “new revolution” if the U.S. and other foreign actors continue to challenge his reelection for a third term. Venezuela’s electoral body declared Maduro the winner Monday, but his rivals have claimed they have proof that Edmundo González received more votes, but have not made this evidence public.

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