A new official spokesperson office for María Corina Machado and Edmundo González Urrutia was announced Saturday by Comando con Venezuela. González Urrutia is considered the elected president of Venezuela by the United States and countries in Europe and the region.
Centralizing Communication
According to a press release from Machado’s team, the office is intended to centralize official communication with national and international media amidst the current political climate in Venezuela. The initiative stems from “the historic moment Venezuela is experiencing, and in absolute respect for the will expressed by citizens at the polls.”
The primary goal of the new office is to establish a single, consistent, and reliable source of information – in both Spanish and English – providing verified, timely, and official content regarding key events, positions, and developments related to the political leadership that, according to the release, “today embodies the popular mandate.”
The press release warns that “the void of clear and accessible information is often filled by speculation, misinterpretations, or deliberate disinformation,” which it states undermines understanding and weakens the democratic effort to achieve freedom in Venezuela.
The Office of the Official Spokesperson began continuous operation on Saturday, December 20, 2025, centralizing relevant and documented information for the press and political actors both within and outside the country.
Official Spokespersons
The release details that Claudia Macero and David Smolansky will serve as official spokespersons for the leadership represented by Machado and González Urrutia. Macero is a journalist and social communicator, a graduate of the Central University of Venezuela (UCV), and currently the Communications Coordinator for Vente Venezuela. She led communications for both the 2023 primary and the 2024 presidential campaigns.
Smolansky is a political leader and Deputy Director of the ConVzla campaign. Based in Washington D.C., he represents Machado and González Urrutia, and also serves as a security advisor and spokesperson. He previously served as mayor of the municipality of El Hatillo, before being removed from office and disqualified, leading to his exile. He was later appointed Special Envoy for the Venezuelan migrant and refugee crisis by the Organization of American States (OEA).
The creation of this office occurs within a context of high political and communication tension, characterized by allegations of censorship, disinformation, and restrictions on journalistic work, as well as disputes over the legitimacy of power in Venezuela following the presidential elections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the new office?
The office aims to establish a single, consistent, and reliable source of information in Spanish and English, providing verified content about the leadership of María Corina Machado and Edmundo González Urrutia.
Who will serve as spokespersons for the office?
Claudia Macero and David Smolansky will act as official spokespersons for the leadership represented by Machado and González Urrutia.
When did the Office of the Official Spokesperson begin operating?
The office began continuous operation on Saturday, December 20, 2025.
As Venezuela navigates a complex political landscape, will this new office be successful in shaping the narrative and reaching a wider audience with its message?
