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Delcy Rodriguez
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Delcy Rodriguez

Politician · born May 18, 1969

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Delcy Eloína Rodríguez Gómez is a Venezuelan lawyer, politician, and diplomat who has been interim president of Venezuela since 2026, following the United States intervention in Venezuela. She is the first woman in Venezuelan history to perform the duties of the presidency.

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Milestones, by age

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  1. 49Became Vice President of VenezuelaJune 14, 2018
  2. ~55Received the Order of Friendship2024
  3. 56Became President of VenezuelaJanuary 5, 2026

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