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US Senate recognizes Edmundo González Urrutia as Venezuela's President-elect.

The US Senate formally recognized Edmundo González Urrutia as the winner of the Venezuelan presidential election, despite concluding the election was neither free nor fair. This resolution establishes the United States' foreign policy stance, supporting the democratic aspirations of the Venezuelan people. While it does not change domestic law, it guides future US government decisions regarding sanctions and diplomatic relations.
Key points
The US Senate officially recognizes the Venezuelan election results, rejecting the regime's official data.
The resolution affirms the US commitment to promoting democracy and freedom globally.
This stance may form the basis for future diplomatic and economic actions toward Venezuela.
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Print number: 118_SRES_804
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2024-08-01