Opposition leader María Corina Machado is back in Venezuela

María Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader, returned to Venezuela after nearly a year abroad. Her arrival was confirmed by Edmundo González Urrutia, who is set to replace her in the upcoming presidential elections. Machado had been disqualified from holding public office for 15 years. Her return follows widespread protests in Venezuela demanding her return and political reforms. U.S. President Donald Trump commented on her return, expressing support for the current interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, while claiming the U.S. has control over Venezuela's situation.