Jorge Rodriguez

Jorge Rodriguez is the President of Venezuela's National Assembly and the brother of Delcy Rodriguez, the interim president. He is a key figure in the current Venezuelan government following the US capture of Nicolas Maduro. Rodriguez is newsworthy due to his role in navigating the country's political transition and addressing issues like political prisoners and economic reforms. Recently, he announced deadlines for prisoner releases, oversaw the approval of an amnesty bill aimed at clemency for opposition members, and ruled out new presidential elections, emphasizing national stability. He also signed an oil reform law to increase foreign access to Venezuela's oil reserves. His actions and statements are significant as they shape the direction of Venezuela's political landscape and its relationship with the international community, particularly the US.