On the recordJuly 30, 2024
I think it is absolutely essential that we be very clear that Maduro was not elected as president of Venezuela.
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congress.govI think it is absolutely essential that we be very clear that Maduro was not elected as president of Venezuela.
Cardin emphasizes the illegitimacy of Maduro's presidency in Venezuela.
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