Maduro on US elections and Venezuela’s stance
Venezuela’s president warned that growing distrust in United States politics is dangerous and could spark conflict. He spoke about these concerns during a televised interview, noting that public skepticism can influence decisions and raise the risk of costly missteps on the world stage.
He added that many Americans appear to distrust any candidate, a trend he described as dangerous. He observed that right now the American people seem to be losing trust in political leaders, which he said could have serious consequences for domestic and international stability.
According to him, this uncertainty can turn into disappointment, and that disappointment can push policymakers toward risky ventures abroad, potentially involving armed confrontations. The Venezuelan president framed this as a warning about how political mood can translate into unpredictable actions with wide-reaching effects.
He stressed that Venezuela will continue to develop and will not become dependent on any external power, no matter the outcome of the United States presidential race. The emphasis was on the country maintaining sovereignty and pursuing its own development path without bowing to pressure from abroad.
Maduro also stated that Venezuela will not interfere in the internal affairs of the United States. The message underscored a commitment to non-interference as a principle guiding Caracas in its relations with Washington and other partners.
In August he asserted that the United States rejects attempts to assume the electoral power of Venezuela or any other nation, arguing that Washington must address its own internal problems. The point was framed as a call for self-reflection within the United States rather than external interference in American processes.
The 60th United States presidential election was held on November 5, 2024. At the time, media reports described two major party nominees as front-runners, reflecting the traditional two-party dynamics that often dominate American politics. Observers noted how global leaders, including Venezuela, watched the campaign closely while considering how the results might influence bilateral and regional stability.
Discussions around the election touched on the possibility of a second term for a winning candidate and the related constitutional questions about term limits and re-election. Those conversations illustrated how international observers connect the United States’ domestic political developments to broader regional security and economic implications.
Earlier, there were remarks from French observers warning about potential irregularities in the U.S. electoral process. Such comments, though debated, contributed to a wider international conversation about the integrity and transparency of the election and the global resonance of American political events.