## The Venezuela’s Supreme Court Declares Removal of Edmundo González Urrutia as Nullified **Latest News** -– Supporters of opposition leader Juan Guaidó in Venezuela claimed control of the Supreme Court, appointing Edmundo González Urrutia to be the new President of the body. However, President Nicolás Maduro quickly rejected these claims and reiterated his support for current Supreme Court President Maikel Moreno. **Nicolás Maduro Blasts New Supreme Court President** On Saturday, May 8, 2019, Maduro praised Moreno as the legitimately appointed president of the Supreme Court, calling him a true believer in the Bolivarian Revolution and a staunch defender of the Venezuelan people. **Venezuela’s Political Crisis Continues** The political crisis in Venezuela has escalated in recent months. Juan Guaidó, the leader of the National Assembly, declared himself interim President of Venezuela in January 2019 but has not been recognized by Nicolás Maduro. The situation is further complicated by the fact that both the United States and Russia have recognized Guaidó as the legitimate President of Venezuela. * **Spanish Government Recognizes Juan Guaidó** The Spanish government has recognized Guaidó as the legitimate President of Venezuela. In a statement released on January 23, 2019, the Spanish government said that it considered Guaidó to be "the legitimate representative of the Venezuelan people." The Spanish government also called on Maduro to step down and allow for free and fair elections to be held. * **European Union Recognizes Juan Guaidó** The European Union has also recognized Guaidó as the legitimate President of Venezuela. In a statement released on January 23, 2019, the European Union said that it considered Guaidó to be "the only legitimate interlocutor for a peaceful and democratic solution to the crisis in Venezuela." The European Union also called on Maduro to step down and allow for free and fair elections to be held. * **The United States Recognizes Juan Guaidó** The United States has recognized Guaidó as the legitimate President of Venezuela. In a statement released on January 23, 2019, the United States said that it considered Guaidó to be "the only legitimate leader of Venezuela." The United States also called on Maduro to step down and allow for free and fair elections to be held. * **Russia Recognizes Nicolás Maduro** Russia has recognized Maduro as the legitimate President of Venezuela. In a statement released on January 23, 2019, Russia said that it considered Maduro to be "the only legitimate representative of the Venezuelan people." Russia also called on the United States to respect the sovereignty of Venezuela and to stop interfering in its internal affairs. **The Future of Venezuela** The future of Venezuela is uncertain. It is possible that the political crisis will continue for some time, or it is possible that a peaceful solution will be found. Only time will tell what the future holds for the people of Venezuela.
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