Diosdado Cabello, secretary general of the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) and minister of Interior, Justice and Peace, stated that Democratic Action secretary general Henry Ramos Allup is coordinating a maneuver to replace Dinorah Figuera as president of the 2015 National Assembly next January. During his program Con el Mazo Dando, Cabello asserted that a group of 56 deputies from the old assembly plans to meet to name a new legislative board.
Political Maneuvers Surrounding the 2015 Legislative Body
Cabello stated that political actors within the opposition are pushing to maintain the institutional relevance of the 2015 legislative structure under a new leadership team. According to the PSUV secretary general, the alleged group intends to leave Figuera out of the directive board during meetings planned for the upcoming month of January. Cabello emphasized that these internal negotiations are already active, cautioning observers not to ignore the unfolding situation.
Did You Know? The disputed legislative structure stems from the National Assembly originally elected in 2015, which certain political factions continue to treat as an active entity.
Diosdado Cabello links opposition figures to street demonstrations
Additional reports from misrevistas.com indicate that Cabello also linked María Corina Machado to separate plans aimed at disrupting political dialogue initiatives in August. The outlet noted that Cabello accused Machado of organizing street demonstrations and preparing to travel to Venezuela alongside Edmundo González. Misrevistas.com reported that the PSUV official highlighted internal disagreements within the Vente Venezuela organization involving Marcos Velasco and Jesús de Armas.
Dinorah Figuera faces potential investigations over past funds
According to misrevistas.com, Cabello warned that Figuera could face legal pressure or investigations regarding past fund management from the interim administration led by Juan Guaidó if certain factions do not alter their course.
#22Oct || Secretario General delPSUV Diosdado Cabello, desde el programa 586 de @ConElMazoDando advierte sobre el intento de Henry Ramos Allup, de sabotear el proceso de diálogo entre el gobierno y los dirigentes de la Ex Asamblea Nacional 2015!#ConLaMujerVenezuelaRenace pic.twitter.com/OmVutmxSlG
Diosdado Cabello details alleged plans for legislative removal
Who is accused of coordinating the removal of Dinorah Figuera?
According to Diosdado Cabello, Henry Ramos Allup is coordinating the effort alongside a group of deputies from the 2015 legislative body.
What specific month was cited for the potential leadership change?
Cabello stated that the maneuver to name a new legislative board is anticipated to take place next January.
What additional allegations were reported regarding political plans for August?
How might these reported shifts in legislative leadership impact broader political negotiations in the coming months?
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