CNN has outlined three potential scenarios for Venezuela in the event of Nicolás Maduro’s capture by U.S. forces. The first possibility involves a constitutional transition, whereby power would formally transfer to Vice President Delcy Rodríguez. Under the Venezuelan constitution, Rodríguez would then be responsible for organizing new elections to establish a new government.
This scenario assumes a legal and orderly transfer of power, adhering to the country’s constitutional framework. It would involve Rodríguez assuming her duties as interim leader while overseeing the electoral process. The nation’s institutions would likely play a key role in managing the transition, aiming to uphold constitutional procedures amid international and domestic tensions.
The other two scenarios, not detailed in the initial outline, may involve less predictable developments, such as power struggles or revolutionary shifts. The situation remains highly sensitive, with potential regional and global implications depending on how the Venezuelan government and opposition respond. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely as it unfolds.