Venezuelan dissident outlines risks and opportunities as Venezuela enters post-Maduro era

January 4, 2026

TL;DR

The U.S. plans to guide Venezuela until a safe transition can occur.
A peaceful transition is crucial for the 9-10 million displaced Venezuelans living in exile.
Exiled Venezuelans are ready to return and rebuild their nation.
Establishing a transitional government to restore the rule of law and rebuild institutions is the next vital step.
Free and fair elections are a legal obligation to the Venezuelan people.
Under Maduro, Venezuela lacked separation of powers and the rule of law, and was influenced by terrorist and trafficking organizations.
American guidance for local action is seen as an ideal situation for Venezuela's future.
The stability of Venezuela post-Maduro will determine the extent to which groups like Hezbollah and Hamas can operate there.
Managing guerrilla forces and encouraging them to return weapons could help unite the nation.
Despite the uncertain road ahead, there is hope for rebuilding Venezuela.

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