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Venezuela's National Assembly head Juan Guaidó waves during a mass opposition rally, during which he declared himself the country's acting president on Jan. 23.

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Who Is Venezuela's Juan Guaidó?

6:00am January 27, 2019

by John Otis

The 35-year-old politician declared himself acting president this week, and has been recognized as the country's president by the Trump administration.

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Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino López delivers a message of support for Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Caracas, Venezuela, on Thursday. A half-dozen generals belonging largely to district commands and with direct control over thousands of troo

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Why Venezuela's Military May Be Standing By Maduro, For Now

9:47pm January 25, 2019

by John Otis

Opposition leader Juan Guaidó vowed to form a provisional government that would hold elections and offered amnesty to military officers who help. But there are no reports of new troop rebellions.

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Juan Guaidó, head of Venezuela's opposition-run congress, declares himself interim president of Venezuela during a rally against President Nicolás Maduro in the capital, Caracas, on Wednesday.

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Venezuelan Opposition Leader Guaidó Declares Himself President, With U.S. Backing

9:30pm January 23, 2019

by Daniella Cheslow

President Trump recognized Juan Guaidó over Nicolás Maduro as Venezuela's president as protesters flooded the streets. Maduro said U.S. diplomats had 72 hours to leave.