Trump Raises Doubts on Machado's Leadership, She Insists She's Venezuela's Chosen Leader

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado is adamant that she should be the country's next leader, contradicting US President Donald Trump's skepticism about her potential. Machado, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, claims that the Venezuelan people have already chosen her to lead the nation, citing her coalition's president-elect, Edmundo Gonzalez. Following the capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the US military, Machado expressed gratitude for Trump's decision, crediting it as a significant step towards restoring democracy and the rule of law in Venezuela. However, she disputed Trump's assertion that she lacks support in the country, pointing out that her coalition has a president-elect and is ready to serve the people. The situation in Venezuela remains uncertain, with Maduro's vice president, Delcy Rodriguez, currently leading the country. Machado described Rodriguez as 'nothing like a moderate' and expressed concerns about her ability to lead the nation. Some officials, including Republican Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, believe that Machado could win over the Venezuelan people. Diaz-Balart noted that Machado has a history of fighting against the regime and could potentially win an election. The question remains whether Machado or her coalition's president-elect, Edmundo Gonzalez, can return to Venezuela and help lead the country towards a more democratic future.