politics
enero 27, 2026
Delcy Rodríguez: Venezuela does not accept orders from any external factor
“The people of Venezuela do not accept orders from any external factor. The people of Venezuela have a government, and this government obeys the people,” Vice President Delcy Rodríguez responded to US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, calling his remarks offensive.

TL;DR
- Vice President Delcy Rodríguez called US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's remarks "offensive."
- Bessent stated the Trump administration would gradually lift sanctions and decide on the timing of Venezuelan elections.
- Rodríguez affirmed that Venezuelans do not accept orders from external factors and that their government obeys the people.
- She emphasized a reciprocal relationship between the Venezuelan people, their authorities, and institutions.
- Venezuela is open to respectful relations with the US, based on legality, dignity, and history.