María Corina Machado.
Venezuelan politician and activist (born 1967)
- Reports this week
- 15
- Active events
- 5
- Connections
- 43
What's happening
Active this week
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Political talks involving opposition figures and the Chavismo bloc took place in Caracas.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Interim government in Caracas blocks María Corina Machado's return to the country.Well supported6 reports
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María Corina Machado attempted flights and air operations involving Aruba and Curaçao on September 25, 2026, with David Alandete accompanying her.Some support1 report
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Venezuela presented its sovereign debt and economic stabilization issues to the UN General Assembly, involving Donald Trump and María Corina Machado.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Marco Rubio discusses the entry blockages facing María Corina Machado, while other political figures detail the issues of Venezuelan immigrants in Florida.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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María Corina Machado was established as a major political rival to Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, amidst calls for a democratic transition through free and fair elections.Well supported18 reports9 developments inside
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Elliott Investment Management made a $5.9 billion bid for Citgo, while Maduro's regime seeks to reclaim the asset amid political opposition.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump presented an alternative energy plan at CERAWeek and received input from María Corina Machado, while also disapproving of a specific oil agreement.Some support1 report
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María Corina Machado was established as a major political rival to Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, amidst calls for a democratic transition through free and fair elections.Some support1 report
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Negotiations begin in La Carlota, Caracas, involving opposition figures like Dinorah Figuera, while the acting president leads the government in Miraflores.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Opposition figure Omar returned to Venezuela and criticized the state, while María Corina Machado's return was celebrated in Anzoátegui.Some support1 report
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Nicolás Maduro and María Corina Machado are involved in opposition talks regarding electoral council renewal.Some support1 report
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Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello supports an interim government structure in Caracas, referencing Hugo Chávez as a mentor and María Corina Machado as the opposition leader.Well supported6 reports4 developments inside
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Diosdado Cabello has dismissed negotiations with opposition figures regarding the political transition.Some support1 report
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Negotiations are underway regarding political transition terms, involving María Corina Machado, Dinorah Figuera, and Jorge Rodríguez.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Advocates are pushing for María Corina Machado's return to power, providing backing for the political transition strategy and leading talks with the interim government.Some support1 report
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Trump administration friction is affecting María Corina Machado's travel plans as she seeks to return to Venezuela via Curaçao.Well supported4 reports
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The political crisis in Venezuela is causing concerns about the international travel and potential return of opposition leader María Corina Machado due to regime fears and US administration actions.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Political activity in Venezuela continues as opposition leader María Corina Machado calls for elections and international bodies support transition efforts.Some support2 reports
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Michelle Obama discussed in an interview with NBC how her husband views the Nobel Peace Prize, noting strain from the war on Iran and criticizing Trump's obsession with him.Some support2 reports
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Political outcomes and legitimacy of governments are being compared, involving statements from Donald Trump, María Corina Machado, and concerning Cuba.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump has publicly supported operations against Nicolás Maduro, evaluating the support for his presidency, with the Iranian diaspora also involved.Some support1 report
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Around María Corina Machado this week
News at the entities that move María Corina Machado most-
Nicolás Maduro OperationalAnthropic's technology was used to capture Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores.Moves María Corina Machado
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Donald Trump OperationalThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves María Corina Machado
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Caracas OperationalHead of communications for opposition party, Claudia Macero, was active in Caracas.Moves María Corina Machado
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Fox News TransactionalFox News, New York Post, and CNN are facing criticism regarding the quality of their media coverage.Moves María Corina Machado
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Marco Rubio OperationalIsrael allied with U.S. in a war against Iran, leading to damage to the Iranian nuclear program.Moves María Corina Machado
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Diosdado Cabello OperationalCilia Flores thanked Donald Trump for resuming diplomatic relations, while also reviewing government matters with Diosdado Cabello.Moves María Corina Machado
Connections
The 36 strongest of 43, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Nicolás Maduro Operational
Machado and Maduro are engaged in a sustained, active political rivalry, with Machado challenging the legitimacy and competence of Maduro's incumbent government.
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Donald Trump Operational
The relationship is defined by active political competition, mutual influence, and strategic coordination regarding Venezuelan political legitimacy.
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Venezuela Operational
María Corina Machado functions as the primary opposition leader, actively challenging the political system and government of Venezuela.
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Caracas Operational
Machado's political opposition and demands for return are defined by the political realities and challenges within Caracas.
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Dinorah Figuera Operational
The figures exhibit a dynamic relationship, oscillating between joint leadership in opposition talks and strategic competition.
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Diosdado Cabello Operational
The two entities are political rivals whose stances regarding the Venezuelan government are diametrically opposed.
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David Smolansky Structural
David Smolansky serves as a senior adviser to María Corina Machado.
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Marco Rubio Operational
Marco Rubio actively provides political support, advice, and tracking regarding María Corina Machado's political activities.
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Citgo Transactional
Machado attempted to take over Citgo, but the bid was outright rejected by her.
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Ali Moshiri Operational
Ali Moshiri advised María Corina Machado against her transition control strategy.
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Jorge Rodríguez Operational
The relationship involves active political negotiation regarding María Corina Machado's political future and potential return.
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Edmundo González Operational
María Corina Machado and Edmundo González are politically aligned, with B endorsing A for the presidential race.
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Central Intelligence Agency Operational
CIA assessments are used to influence US strategic planning concerning María Corina Machado.
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Delcy Rodriguez Operational
The two entities are political rivals who compete for influence within the opposition movement regarding interim government deals.
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Copa Airlines Operational
Copa Airlines declined to transport María Corina Machado due to fears related to political regime repercussions.
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Fox News Transactional
Machado utilized Fox News as a platform to discuss her political return and current status.
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Vente Venezuela Structural
The evidence suggests that a political party was founded by María Corina Machado, which is linked to the operations of Vente Venezuela.
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CERAWeek Transactional
María Corina Machado presented her alternative energy plan at the CERAWeek conference.
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Anzoátegui Shared context
Machado's return was celebrated in Anzoátegui, establishing a geographical context for her presence.
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Curaçao Shared context
Curaçao serves as a transit point for María Corina Machado, with her movement subject to local regulatory oversight.
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Claudia Macero Operational
Claudia Macero actively supports calls for the return of María Corina Machado.
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Pedro Urruchurtu Operational
Pedro Urruchurtu has commented on María Corina Machado's failed political attempts.
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NTN24 Mentioned together
NTN24 reports on the political status and actions of María Corina Machado.
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Omar Mentioned together
Omar is described as a close associate of María Corina Machado.
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Panama City Shared context
María Corina Machado was physically present in Panama City for public appearances and travel attempts.
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Cuba Mentioned together
The relationship is based on a situational comparison of political outcomes between the two entities.
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Rick Scott Shared context
Rick Scott publicly supports María Corina Machado's right to participate freely in political processes.
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Aruba Transactional
María Corina Machado attempted to utilize Aruba as a destination for a flight.
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Panama Shared context
María Corina Machado has been located in or transiting through Panama during her visits and exile.
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Dinesh D'Souza Mentioned together
María Corina Machado participated in an interview conducted by Dinesh D'Souza.
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David Alandete Operational
David Alandete actively accompanies María Corina Machado in her operations.
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La Guaira Shared context
La Guaira and María Corina Machado are co-mentioned within the context of the Venezuelan crisis.
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Manassas Transactional
A flight associated with A was diverted to the location of Manassas.
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Aragua Mentioned together
The evidence establishes that María Corina Machado is an opposition leader in Venezuela, but does not describe any direct relationship or interaction between her and Aragua.
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Reuters Mentioned together
No evidence links Reuters to María Corina Machado in the provided timeline.
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María Elvira Salazar Mentioned together
No evidence of a relationship between María Corina Machado and María Elvira Salazar was found in the provided timeline.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
5 events- María Corina Machado attempted flights and air operations involving Aruba and Curaçao on September 25, 2026, with David Alandete accompanying her.
- Venezuela presented its sovereign debt and economic stabilization issues to the UN General Assembly, involving Donald Trump and María Corina Machado.
- Marco Rubio discusses the entry blockages facing María Corina Machado, while other political figures detail the issues of Venezuelan immigrants in Florida.
- Elliott Investment Management made a $5.9 billion bid for Citgo, while Maduro's regime seeks to reclaim the asset amid political opposition.
- Donald Trump presented an alternative energy plan at CERAWeek and received input from María Corina Machado, while also disapproving of a specific oil agreement.
August 2026
5 events- María Corina Machado was established as a major political rival to Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, amidst calls for a democratic transition through free and fair elections.
- Negotiations begin in La Carlota, Caracas, involving opposition figures like Dinorah Figuera, while the acting president leads the government in Miraflores.
- Opposition figure Omar returned to Venezuela and criticized the state, while María Corina Machado's return was celebrated in Anzoátegui.
- Nicolás Maduro and María Corina Machado are involved in opposition talks regarding electoral council renewal.
- Diosdado Cabello has dismissed negotiations with opposition figures regarding the political transition.
July 2026
5 events- Political talks involving opposition figures and the Chavismo bloc took place in Caracas.
- Interim government in Caracas blocks María Corina Machado's return to the country.
- Advocates are pushing for María Corina Machado's return to power, providing backing for the political transition strategy and leading talks with the interim government.
- Trump administration friction is affecting María Corina Machado's travel plans as she seeks to return to Venezuela via Curaçao.
- The political crisis in Venezuela is causing concerns about the international travel and potential return of opposition leader María Corina Machado due to regime fears and US administration actions.
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June 2026
7 events- María Corina Machado was established as a major political rival to Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, amidst calls for a democratic transition through free and fair elections.
- Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello supports an interim government structure in Caracas, referencing Hugo Chávez as a mentor and María Corina Machado as the opposition leader.
- Negotiations are underway regarding political transition terms, involving María Corina Machado, Dinorah Figuera, and Jorge Rodríguez.
- Political activity in Venezuela continues as opposition leader María Corina Machado calls for elections and international bodies support transition efforts.
- Michelle Obama discussed in an interview with NBC how her husband views the Nobel Peace Prize, noting strain from the war on Iran and criticizing Trump's obsession with him.
- Political outcomes and legitimacy of governments are being compared, involving statements from Donald Trump, María Corina Machado, and concerning Cuba.
- Donald Trump has publicly supported operations against Nicolás Maduro, evaluating the support for his presidency, with the Iranian diaspora also involved.