International Invitation and Recognition
Edmundo González Urrutia, the Venezuelan opposition leader who claimed the presidency after the highly disputed July elections, has been invited by the US Government to attend the presidential inauguration of Donald Trump in Washington. This significant gesture has been interpreted as a vote of confidence in González’ legitimacy and a testament to his growing international support.
The announcement was made public through an official statement released on social media platforms. González’ campaign team confirmed that he would indeed be attending the inauguration and that he had received a personal invitation from the US Government, which had formally recognized him as the “legitimate president of Venezuela.”
A Chance to Meet Key Allies
During his visit to Washington, González plans to meet with key members of the new US administration. This will provide a critical opportunity for him to build alliances, advance his cause, and reaffirm his commitment to representing the will of the Venezuelan people.
The Disputed Election
González’ announcement comes on the heels of the disputed presidential election in Venezuela, where the ruling party declared President Nicolás Maduro the winner by a narrow margin. However, González and his supporters alleged electoral fraud and claimed victory.
The aftermath of the election led to a stalemate, with both Maduro and González staking their claim to the presidency. Ultimately, Maduro was sworn in for another term, while González was forced into exile.