Venezuela Opposition Picks Edmundo González for July Election Against Maduro

Apr 22, 2024, 08:06 AM

Venezuela's main opposition coalition has united behind Edmundo González, a former diplomat, as its candidate to challenge President Nicolás Maduro in the upcoming July election. This decision was made just one day before the deadline to formalize candidates. González, described as a low-profile and last-minute choice, has received backing from Maria Corina Machado, a popular leader barred from running, who endorsed him as her stand-in. The move has been seen as a significant strategic shift, indicating a new level of maturity in the opposition's approach. However, concerns remain about the government's potential response to González's candidacy, especially given the increased political stakes.