The secretary of state effectively controls Venezuelaβs finances, the distribution of its natural resources and its government. His grip on the country is a vivid manifestation of American power in the Trump era.
The candidates felt pressure to differentiate themselves, with ballots going out to voters next week. The result was a more spirited battle than past debates.
Eight candidates took the stage at Pomona College in one of the final debates in the California gubernatorial primary race.
Four former officials in the government of President NicolΓ‘s Maduro describe his options between now and an election that could remove him from power β or solidify his grip.
Supporters of President NicolΓ‘s Maduro during a get-out-the-vote event this month in the capital, Caracas.