Chavismo

Abelardo de la Espriella's use of Colombia's national soccer jersey in his right-wing presidential campaign sparked debate over the political appropriation of national symbols. A Bogotá judge barred him from wearing the jersey during campaigning, while experts linked the strategy to global populist tactics involving patriotic imagery.

The legacy of 'Chavismo' is hindering Venezuela's response to an earthquake. The socialist regime's US-backed leader faces criticism over inadequate rescue efforts.

Venezuela’s ruling party unity is fracturing as acting President Delcy Rodríguez shifts policies from the Chávez era, including complying with U.S. demands and allowing military training in Caracas. Critics, including former government propagandist Mario Silva, accuse Rodríguez of undermining Chavismo principles and caving to U.S. influence, while protests against U.S. military exercises highlight internal divisions.

Venezuela's ruling party unity is fracturing as acting President Delcy Rodríguez shifts policies from the Chávez era, including compliance with U.S. demands and changes to the oil industry, prompting criticism from Chavismo supporters. The U.S. military's January operation that captured then-President Nicolás Maduro and recent actions like a training exercise in Caracas have intensified internal divisions.

US President Donald Trump has expressed interest in turning Venezuela into the 51st US state, prompting a muted response from the Venezuelan government. Acting President Delcy Rodriguez stated that Venezuela had no plans to become a US state. The Trump administration has implemented a phased plan to address the crisis in Venezuela.