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Venezuela's Maduro Sworn In for Third Term, but He's Never Had Less Legitimacy

Nicolás Maduro was sworn in for his third term as Venezuela's president on January 10, 2024, amidst widespread criticism regarding the legitimacy of his leadership. Despite the formalities, Maduro's grip on power is seen as increasingly tenuous due to several factors: the opposition's boycott of the 2024 election, international condemnation of the electoral process, and ongoing economic and humanitarian crises within the country. The U.S. and several other nations do not recognize Maduro's presidency, with the U.S. maintaining that the 2018 election was fraudulent. Furthermore, the opposition, led by figures like María Corina Machado, has been pushing for democratic reforms and international support to challenge Maduro's rule. Despite these challenges, Maduro has managed to retain control through alliances with the military, support from countries like Russia, China, and Cuba, and by leveraging Venezuela's oil resources. However, his legitimacy is at its lowest, with many Venezuelans and the international community questioning the validity of his continued presidency.

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