JR
Jorge Rodriguez
PoliticianLeft
National Assembly President of Venezuela who presides over sessions discussing legislation.
Notable Quotes
"A total of 1,557 cases are being addressed immediately, and hundreds of people deprived of their freedom are already being released under the amnesty law."View Story →
"Venezuela has received more than 1,550 requests under its new amnesty law."View Story →
"the death toll had reached 920, with at least 172 people still believed to be trapped."View Story →
Related Stories
Venezuela earthquakes kill 920 people as families desperate for news
Hundreds are still feared trapped under the rubble, as international rescue teams start to arrive.
June 26, 2026Venezuela and US to work together on mining developments, Rodríguez says
Venezuela's interim president made the announcement after meeting with US interior minister Doug Burgum at the presidential palace in Caracas.
March 5, 2026Venezuela mining reform coming soon, acting president says, as US official hails potential - Reuters
Venezuela mining reform coming soon, acting president says, as US official hails potential Reuters
March 4, 2026More than 1,500 Venezuelan political prisoners apply for amnesty
The announcement by the head of Venezuela's National Assembly comes amid US pressure following the capture of ex-President Nicolás Maduro.
February 22, 2026Venezuela has received more than 1,550 requests under amnesty law - Reuters
Venezuela has received more than 1,550 requests under amnesty law Reuters
February 21, 2026Venezuelan opposition politician released after amnesty law passed
Juan Pablo Guanipa announces that he has been freed after "almost nine months" of imprisonment.
February 20, 2026