politics
январь 27, 2026
Delcy Rodríguez: Venezuela does not accept orders from any external factor
“The people of Venezuela do not accept orders from any external factor. The people of Venezuela have a government, and this government obeys the people,” Vice President Delcy Rodríguez responded to US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, calling his remarks offensive.
TL;DR
- Vice President Delcy Rodríguez responded to US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's comments.
- Bessent stated the Trump administration would gradually lift sanctions and decide on the timing of Venezuelan elections.
- Rodríguez declared that the people of Venezuela do not accept orders from external factors.
- She asserted that Venezuela's government obeys the people.
- Rodríguez stated that Venezuela is open to respectful relations with the US, but these must be based on legality, dignity, and history.