NOBEL PEACE PRIZE WINNER SET TO LEAD VENEZUELA AFTER MADURO’S OUSTER 
After the reported U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, the nation’s political situation is changing rapidly — and one leader is stepping into view at the front of a possible new chapter.
María Corina Machado, the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize recipient and longtime opposition figure, is now broadly viewed as a key force in Venezuela’s transition following Maduro’s removal. Machado has spent years pushing for democracy, fair elections, and human rights while confronting Maduro’s authoritarian rule. 
Political observers and reports indicate Machado — together with fellow opposition leader Edmundo González Urrutia — could head a transitional government as Venezuela seeks to rebuild democratic institutions and restore stability. Backing for this leadership pairing is said to be strong among Venezuelans demanding change. 
Machado’s Nobel honor has elevated her global profile, underscoring her dedication to peaceful democratic reform in a country suffering from economic collapse, mass migration, and political repression. Many see her leadership as a sign of hope after years of turmoil. 
While specifics about the formal transfer of power are still coming into focus, opposition supporters and international observers are watching closely as Venezuela reaches a decisive crossroads. 
This is a developing story.
