Venezuela’s government expressed its rejection of the U.S. position on the upcoming elections in the country, labelling it as “interference.” This response comes after the U.S. criticized Venezuela’s decision to disqualify an opposition candidate.
Maria Corina Machado, a prominent contender for the Venezuelan opposition’s presidential nomination in the October primary, has been prohibited from holding public office for 15 years. In response, the U.S. State Department stated that Venezuelans should have the freedom to participate in the 2024 presidential elections, and the disqualification of Machado “deprives” them of their political rights.
In a statement, Venezuela’s government firmly rejected the latest attempt by the U.S. government to interfere in its internal affairs, emphasizing its actions as sovereign and independent.
The Organization of American States, based in Washington, also criticized the decision to exclude Machado and called for free and transparent elections in Venezuela.
