Carlos Trujillo: “the OAS viewed Venezuela's May 20 sham elections as illegitimate.”

the United States condemns the Nicaraguan Government's ongoing violence and intimidation campaign against its own citizens.

the United States will continue to stand with all Nicaraguans peacefully exercising their fundamental freedoms.

If confirmed, I pledge to do my utmost to ensure that the OAS lives up to its legacy as it confronts today's daunting challenges.

I believe that my past experiences have prepared me, if confirmed by the Senate, to serve more effectively as the United States Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States.