Delcy Rodríguez’s Brother Speaks Out: Was Nicolás Maduro Betrayed?
Jorge Rodríguez, president of Venezuela’s National Assembly, gave a wide interview to Filmogaz.com on April 12, 2026. He addressed questions about whether Nicolás Maduro was betrayed during the events of January 3.
Denial of internal betrayal
Rodríguez said there was no betrayal among political or military leaders. He stressed that then-vice president Delcy Rodríguez worked with President Maduro until January 2 at 11:20 p.m.
The assembly president added he spoke by phone with Maduro at about 11 p.m. that night. He also said Diosdado Cabello remained in contact during those hours.
Details of the January timeline
Rodríguez argued that any act of the scale suggested would already be known. He implied coordination among top officials during the critical hours.
The capture event cited occurred on January 3 and involved Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Rodríguez noted officials’ continued communications across that period.
Elections, economy and dialogue
When asked about new elections, Rodríguez emphasized economic priorities and deep dialogue with the opposition. He did not rule out future polls but declined to fix dates.
He said trust in the electoral arbiter must come before organizing any vote. The speaker described several tasks that must precede electoral planning.
Accusations against María Corina Machado
Rodríguez criticized opposition leader María Corina Machado. He accused her of promoting violence and of self-excluding from constructive politics.
He declined to say whether authorities would detain her on return to Venezuela. He insisted detention decisions fall outside his remit.
Rodríguez downplayed Machado’s role in U.S. talks. He said conversations with Washington focus on economy, energy and investment.
U.S. reaction and messages
A U.S. congressman commented on the capture of Diosdado Cabello. That lawmaker also sent a message to Delcy Rodríguez urging decisive action.
Opposition response and constitutional clock
The opposition urged immediate presidential elections after more than 90 days had passed. They cited Article 234 of the constitution on absence of the head of state.
The Vente party, led by María Corina Machado, issued a statement demanding the National Assembly act. The group described Maduro’s status as an “absolute absence.”
Recent public appearances
Delcy Rodríguez, serving as interim president, and Jorge Rodríguez attended a government report presentation. The event was held on January 15, 2026 at the Palacio Federal Legislativo in Caracas.
Delcy Rodríguez’s brother speaks out on these issues. He maintained that, despite speculation, Nicolás Maduro was not betrayed.
