CommSense

Venezuelans, The HOUR OF FREEDOM has arrived! As of today, Nicolás Maduro faces international justice for the atrocious crimes committed against Venezuelans and against citizens of many other nations. In light of his refusal to accept a negotiated exit, the government of the United States has fulfilled its promise to enforce the rule of law. The time has come for Popular Sovereignty and National Sovereignty to prevail in our country. We are going to restore order, free political prisoners, build an exceptional nation, and bring our children back home. We have fought for years, we have given everything, and it has been worth it. What had to happen is happening. This is the hour of the citizens. Of those of us who risked everything for democracy on July 28. Of those who chose Edmundo González Urrutia as the legitimate President of Venezuela, who must immediately assume his constitutional mandate and be recognized as Commander-in-Chief of the National Armed Forces by all the officers and soldiers who comprise them. Today we are prepared to enforce our mandate and take power. Let us remain vigilant, active, and organized until the Democratic Transition is realized. A transition that needs ALL of us. To Venezuelans inside our country: be ready to put into motion what we will soon communicate to you through our official channels. To Venezuelans abroad: we need you mobilized—activating governments and citizens around the world and committing them, starting now, to the great operation of rebuilding the new Venezuela. In these decisive hours, receive all my strength, my confidence, and my affection. Let us all remain alert and in contact. VENEZUELA WILL BE FREE! Let us walk hand in hand with God, until the end. María Corina Machado January 3, 2026